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GX16 FHP

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,556 mi
Last recorded43,556 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX16 FHP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 43,556 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Apr 2026 43,556 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 41,942 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm 185 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Feb 2025 41,942 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction removed air fresheners hanging from rear view mirror left on passenger seat (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements removed sticker from reg plates as was touching reg lettering must be at least 5mm away (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm 185 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 39,610 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 35,015 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 32,678 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))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm tyre size 185 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 30,158 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Mar 2021 30,158 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 26,707 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 26,707 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 23,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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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GX16 FHP 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 66.7%.

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 GX16 FHP, 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 GX16 FHP registered?

GX16 FHP is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 15 March 2016.

Is GX16 FHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX16 FHP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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