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BC16 YYV

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,472 mi
Last recorded51,472 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC16 YYV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 51,472 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 47,186 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2025 47,186 miles

Nearside Front Outer Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 41,920 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 36,969 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 31,579 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

hand brake lever has a lot travel

Pass 20 Jul 2021 27,089 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 22,502 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 19,527 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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BC16 YYV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue 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 BC16 YYV, 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 BC16 YYV registered?

BC16 YYV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 9 August 2016.

Is BC16 YYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC16 YYV 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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