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FY16 VNK

2016 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,960 mi
Last recorded42,960 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY16 VNK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2025 42,960 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 39,171 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 35,010 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 31,199 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% imbalance recorded, biased to offside. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking between tread blocks. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 26,963 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 21,964 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 19,614 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 16,868 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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FY16 VNK is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FY16 VNK, 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

How do I check the history of FY16 VNK?

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What year was FY16 VNK registered?

FY16 VNK is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is FY16 VNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY16 VNK shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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