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BU16 EPZ

2016 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,102 mi
Last recorded61,102 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 EPZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 61,102 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 54,896 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 48,240 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 42,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm+cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm+cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm+cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm+cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 36,195 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear brakes noisey

Pass 15 Jan 2021 29,914 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres light cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

brakes noisey

Pass 18 Jul 2019 24,392 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 24,392 miles

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

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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BU16 EPZ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Silver 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 BU16 EPZ, 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 BU16 EPZ registered?

BU16 EPZ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is BU16 EPZ safe to buy?

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