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EG16 FFS

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,000 mi
Last recorded65,000 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG16 FFS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 65,000 miles

Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both front lower arm bush cracking / deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front lower arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 53,799 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2024 50,647 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2024 50,647 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 48,660 miles

Nearside Front drop link top boot slight leak of grease

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 48,660 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front drop link top boot slight leak of grease

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 45,774 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 43,501 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 40,268 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 36,604 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 23,014 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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EG16 FFS is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EG16 FFS, 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 EG16 FFS registered?

EG16 FFS is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 August 2016.

Is EG16 FFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG16 FFS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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