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FG16 XZV

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,326 mi
Last recorded30,326 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG16 XZV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 30,326 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 28,196 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing and crackng outer sidewall

Pass 20 Mar 2024 26,507 miles

o/s/r tyre outer sidewall perishing

Pass 24 Mar 2023 24,843 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 23,169 miles

Nearside Front Upper anti roll bar link boot weeping grease

brake pedal rubber worn

flex ferrules corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2021 20,688 miles

oil leak on engine

Fail 18 Mar 2021 20,687 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front discs corroded and lipped pads 3/4 mm

oil leak on engine

Pass 17 Mar 2020 19,220 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 17,919 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 17,919 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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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FG16 XZV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG16 XZV, 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 FG16 XZV registered?

FG16 XZV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is FG16 XZV safe to buy?

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Does FG16 XZV have outstanding finance?

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