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AJ65 VKV

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

81,393 mi
Last recorded81,393 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ65 VKV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 81,393 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff leaking from prop shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 63,764 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 58,866 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split on edge (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 51,831 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 51,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 44,331 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 37,748 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 33,084 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 31,658 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 24,503 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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AJ65 VKV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AJ65 VKV, 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

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What year was AJ65 VKV registered?

AJ65 VKV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 20 February 2016.

Is AJ65 VKV safe to buy?

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