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FM65 VDR

2016 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,004 mi
Last recorded36,004 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM65 VDR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 36,004 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2025 29,000 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 20,437 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 15,605 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres are cracking on walls and between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Jun 2023 15,572 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres are cracking on walls and between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 13,137 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 11,664 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 11,664 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 56,185 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 8,713 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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FM65 VDR is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in White 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 FM65 VDR, 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 FM65 VDR registered?

FM65 VDR is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 January 2016.

Is FM65 VDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM65 VDR shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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