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AO16 PJV

2016 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,584 mi
Last recorded79,584 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO16 PJV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 79,584 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test from dash (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear seat belt not tested due to child seat fitted

both wipers torn

no fluid from screen washers (topped up with water for test)

Pass 14 Apr 2025 72,155 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Apr 2024 65,338 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2024 65,337 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 53,318 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 24 Apr 2023 53,315 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear tyres + nearside front on outer walls to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 41,031 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged both rear cracking + splitting on outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts + outer walls damaged (5.2.3 (e))

object on dash more than 40mm in drivers view area (removed)

Pass 28 Apr 2021 31,604 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Bonnet stay retaining clip missing

Pass 24 Mar 2020 27,499 miles

both wipers torn

Pass 28 Mar 2019 17,285 miles

light aims too high (adjusted)

long travel on park brake

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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AO16 PJV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO16 PJV, 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 AO16 PJV registered?

AO16 PJV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is AO16 PJV safe to buy?

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