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AO16 SVA

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,128 mi
Last recorded85,128 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO16 SVA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 85,128 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OSF & OSR greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both, slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Lower Fuel feed pipes unclipped x1, but still secured

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre pressure monitor warning system TPMS light on

Fail 25 Oct 2025 85,128 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OSF & OSR greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both, slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Lower Fuel feed pipes unclipped x1, but still secured

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitor warning system TPMS light on

Pass 26 Oct 2024 74,089 miles

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

Parking brake lever requires attention (Travel)

Fail 26 Oct 2024 74,089 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever requires attention (Travel)

Pass 14 Oct 2023 60,960 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 48,171 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 47,702 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 42,467 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 32,348 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 24,927 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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 SVA 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 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 SVA, 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.

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What year was AO16 SVA registered?

AO16 SVA is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 16 April 2016.

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