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BU16 ETK

2016 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,698 mi
Last recorded68,698 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 ETK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 68,698 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 61,584 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Jul 2023 54,493 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Jul 2022 47,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 38,925 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 30,968 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 21,633 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 21,556 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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BU16 ETK is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ETK, 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 ETK registered?

BU16 ETK is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 March 2016.

Is BU16 ETK safe to buy?

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