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GV16 BOJ

2016 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,507 mi
Last recorded27,507 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV16 BOJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 27,507 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perishing 185-55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2025 24,448 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 19,581 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 May 2024 19,581 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 13,692 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 10,593 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2021 9,239 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 8,570 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 5,907 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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GV16 BOJ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GV16 BOJ, 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.

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What year was GV16 BOJ registered?

GV16 BOJ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 June 2016.

Is GV16 BOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV16 BOJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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