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BW65 SZL

2016 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,010 mi
Last recorded27,010 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW65 SZL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 27,010 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 25,918 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 24,893 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 23,255 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Feb 2022 20,419 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 17,772 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 15,009 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 14,990 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 10,265 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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BW65 SZL is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Grey 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 BW65 SZL, 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

How do I check the history of BW65 SZL?

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What year was BW65 SZL registered?

BW65 SZL is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 February 2016.

Is BW65 SZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW65 SZL 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.

Does BW65 SZL have outstanding finance?

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