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BJ66 JWM

2016 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

65,869 mi
Last recorded65,869 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ66 JWM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 65,869 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r tyre near legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f suspension arm rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2026 65,868 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s/f suspension arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r tyre near legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f suspension arm rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 57,608 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear tyres have cracks in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 48,928 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 48,928 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s wiper blade torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour o/s/r indicator flashing white light (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s wiper blade torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 39,178 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2023 39,178 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2022 27,752 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 16,371 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 12,396 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 12,220 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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BJ66 JWM is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BJ66 JWM, 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 BJ66 JWM registered?

BJ66 JWM is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 September 2016.

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