2017 Suzuki Baleno 1.0L Petrol · WP17 WOA

The 2017 Suzuki Baleno holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 15 May 2026 at 83,039 miles, passing with only a minor advisory for a slightly distorted nearside front wheel rim. That same day the vehicle had initially failed on a cluster of trivial defects, all of which were rectified within hours, indicating the owner addressed them promptly at the time. The longer-term maintenance trend, however, is mixed. Brake pipe corrosion was flagged as an advisory in June 2024 and again in June 2025, suggesting the vehicle has spent time in conditions that promote underbody dampness, yet the most recent test recorded no brake-related failures. Suspension and steering components have drawn attention as well. In the June 2024 failure, both front lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers and the offside anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover were noted as no longer sealing out dirt, a condition that can accelerate joint wear if left unattended. That these items did not reappear in 2025 or 2026 may mean they were replaced, or simply that they have not yet deteriorated to the point of failing a retest. The overall picture is one of a car kept legally roadworthy but not always proactively maintained, with minor defects patched as they arise rather than resolved in scheduled servicing. The recorded mileage progression tells a fairly consistent story. From June 2024 at 67,010 miles to June 2025 at 74,844 miles, the car covered 7,834 miles in twelve months, then added another 8,195 miles between 20 June 2025 and 15 May 2026, a rate of roughly 9,200 miles per year that sits squarely within the typical range for a nine-year-old supermini. There are no glaring gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record to suggest long periods of disuse or clocking concerns, and the annual tests align well with that steady accumulation. A buyer inspecting this Baleno in person should focus on the areas the MOT record has repeatedly highlighted. Start with the underside. Check the condition of all brake pipes, particularly the rear lines and the front-to-rear runs, for fresh coatings of grease or underseal that might be masking active corrosion. Examine the offside rear brake disc area, since a backing plate was noted as missing in June 2024, and confirm whether it has been refitted. Inspect the nearside front wheel rim for any kerb damage that could explain the distortion advisory, and spin the wheel to verify it runs true. Look closely at the front suspension ball joint gaiters and the anti-roll bar link dust covers; any splits or perished rubber would echo the 2024 failure and point to neglected preventive work. Finally, verify that all registration plate lamps and the offside headlamp aim remain correct, as these minor electrical items have surfaced more than once and can indicate loose connections or water ingress in the light units.