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FV16 YPT

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,130 mi
Last recorded80,130 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV16 YPT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 80,130 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2025 63,633 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 46,983 miles

Clutch pedal rubber missing

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))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 31,731 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 27,601 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2022 27,599 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2021 21,617 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 17,990 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 15,991 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 15,953 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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FV16 YPT 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 90%.

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 FV16 YPT, 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 FV16 YPT registered?

FV16 YPT is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is FV16 YPT safe to buy?

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