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A20 JEL

2016 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,557 mi
Last recorded24,557 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 JEL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 24,557 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 24,557 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 23,172 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 21,993 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 19,094 miles

Nearside Front in poor condition/slightly perished outer wall

TPMS warning on!

Pass 4 Mar 2022 16,053 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 13,072 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 11,327 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 8,438 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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A20 JEL is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 37,191 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 JEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 10 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A20 JEL?

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What year was A20 JEL registered?

A20 JEL is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 19 September 2016.

Is A20 JEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 JEL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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