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GY16 UTX

2016 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,323 mi
Last recorded105,323 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY16 UTX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 105,323 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 87,892 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jul 2024 77,939 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 77,939 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 73,603 miles

Front brake discs lipped

Fail 18 Jul 2023 73,603 miles

Front brake discs lipped

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 62,444 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 49,115 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 35,368 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 20,114 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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GY16 UTX is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GY16 UTX, 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 GY16 UTX registered?

GY16 UTX is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 11 May 2016.

Is GY16 UTX safe to buy?

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