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Suzuki Baleno

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,839 cc

Y237 PHLMOT history

Y237 PHL is a silver petrol Suzuki Baleno first used on 22 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 86,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
86,190 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y237 PHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Baleno
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y237 PHL was last recorded at 86,190 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 962 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,228 miles · 21 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
962 miles
Average per year
2,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,190 miles
  • 2023 – 85,228 miles
  • 2022 – 83,405 miles
  • 2021 – 73,383 miles
  • 2019 – 69,352 miles
  • 2018 – 65,974 miles
  • 2017 – 64,653 miles
  • 2016 – 62,730 miles
  • 2015 – 58,460 miles
  • 2014 – 53,991 miles
  • 2013 – 49,871 miles
  • 2012 – 46,152 miles
  • 2011 – 42,964 miles
  • 2010 – 41,104 miles
  • 2009 – 38,681 miles
  • 2008 – 35,148 miles
  • 2007 – 31,161 miles
  • 2006 – 27,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,190 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,190 miles (+962)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    86,190 miles
    Test number
    934419697873
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass85,228 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    85,228 miles
    Test number
    520031037441
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail85,228 miles (+1,823)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,228 miles
    Test number
    502802862720
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass83,405 miles (+10,022)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    83,405 miles
    Test number
    603100083375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass73,383 miles (+4,031)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,383 miles
    Test number
    707955674110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass69,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,352 miles
    Test number
    454193188667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail69,323 miles (+114)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,323 miles
    Test number
    978379366413
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  8. Fail69,209 miles (+3,235)3 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,209 miles
    Test number
    427264761096
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass65,974 miles (+1,321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,974 miles
    Test number
    496622036110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass64,653 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    64,653 miles
    Test number
    434053721232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Fail64,652 miles (+1,922)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,652 miles
    Test number
    211880168432
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass62,730 miles (+4,270)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    62,730 miles
    Test number
    496613688845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    58,460 miles
    Test number
    268765855189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,460 miles (+4,469)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,460 miles
    Test number
    729597945126
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
  15. Pass53,991 miles (+4,120)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,991 miles
    Test number
    775399834153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,871 miles (+3,719)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,871 miles
    Test number
    309668843148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion rear exhaust
  17. Pass46,152 miles (+3,188)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,152 miles
    Test number
    176299032157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,964 miles (+1,860)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    42,964 miles
    Test number
    878498731120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,104 miles (+2,423)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    41,104 miles
    Test number
    893544940167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,681 miles (+3,533)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,681 miles
    Test number
    560479749179
    • NoteGeneral corrosion under car
  21. Pass35,148 miles (+3,987)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,148 miles
    Test number
    673722158126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,161 miles (+3,229)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,161 miles
    Test number
    513475737165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    27,932 miles
    Test number
    532676346172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y237 PHL

Does Y237 PHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y237 PHL is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y237 PHL?
The MOT on Y237 PHL is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y237 PHL done?
Y237 PHL was recorded at 86,190 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 2,855 miles a year.
Has Y237 PHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y237 PHL has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on Y237 PHL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y237 PHL find?
Y237 PHL passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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