Suzuki Baleno (2018)
2018 Suzuki Baleno
CarHunch analysed 1,432 real MOT records for the 2018 Suzuki Baleno. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2018 Suzuki Baleno is a reliable performer, with an 84.8% first-time pass rate that sits comfortably above the UK average of 80%. However, 17.5% of vehicles have suffered a dangerous defect at some point, which is worth noting if you're buying secondhand.
At 30,393 miles median mileage, these cars are running relatively light for their age, suggesting they've been looked after reasonably well. The average of 1.07 failures per test indicates minor wear-and-tear issues are normal, but 6.0 advisories per vehicle tells you to budget for some remedial maintenance—get a pre-purchase inspection done to identify which items need attention first.
What to check before buying a 2018 Suzuki Baleno
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (97%) | 1,387 | 84.8% | 1.07 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (3%) | 45 | 84.7% | 1.16 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 Suzuki Baleno vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2018 Suzuki Baleno vehicles fall between 21,061 and 41,324 miles.
2018 Suzuki Baleno — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 1,382 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2018 Suzuki Baleno
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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39.5%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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34.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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32%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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30.1%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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29.2%
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded
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27.6%
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
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22.8%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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22.7%
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018. Counts include advisories and failures.
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