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FN16 AFJ

2016 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,488 mi
Last recorded40,488 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN16 AFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 40,488 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 34,771 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure battery terminals loose - tightened (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 28,671 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 24,867 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 20,089 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 17,778 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 2 Sep 2020 17,778 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 13,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF tyre depth 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Mar 2019 13,896 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF tyre depth 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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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FN16 AFJ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FN16 AFJ, 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 FN16 AFJ registered?

FN16 AFJ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 March 2016.

Is FN16 AFJ safe to buy?

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