2016 Suzuki Baleno 1.0L Petrol · WJ66 CFP
2016 Suzuki Baleno (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 38,995 miles. MOT expired on 18 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI BALENO
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,995 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WJ66 CFP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/07/2025
- 38,995 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WJ66 CFP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Suzuki Baleno (WJ66 CFP) between August 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
WJ66 CFP Mileage History
- 04/08/202222,029 mi
- 11/08/202327,849 mi+5,820 mi
- 19/07/202433,222 mi+5,373 mi
- 09/07/202538,994 mi+5,772 mi
- 09/07/202538,995 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 5,791 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Suzuki Suzuki Baleno (2016-2019)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Ignition Coil FailureModerate
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- ISG Belt Failure (Mild Hybrid)Serious
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