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BD16 VXM

2016 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,443 mi
Last recorded36,443 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD16 VXM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 36,443 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 33,632 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 30,473 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 26,826 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 22,217 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sided wall perished 185/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sided wall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sided wall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2020 15,446 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

plastic covers fitted restricting full visual inspection

Fail 29 Jul 2020 15,446 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

plastic covers fitted restricting full visual inspection

Pass 3 May 2019 9,642 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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BD16 VXM is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BD16 VXM, 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 BD16 VXM registered?

BD16 VXM is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 April 2016.

Is BD16 VXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD16 VXM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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