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FV65 JVL

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,198 mi
Last recorded83,198 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV65 JVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 83,198 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2026 80,619 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 74,913 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 66,173 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jan 2024 66,173 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 57,189 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 47,198 miles

slight reserve travel on parking brake lever

Fail 8 Jan 2022 47,198 miles

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

slight reserve travel on parking brake lever

Pass 16 Jan 2021 41,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 34,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Jan 2020 34,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2019 61,500 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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FV65 JVL is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV65 JVL, 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 FV65 JVL registered?

FV65 JVL is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 January 2016.

Is FV65 JVL safe to buy?

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