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HD16 ERV

2016 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,624 mi
Last recorded38,624 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD16 ERV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 38,624 miles

advise little reserve travel on the hand brake the system may require adjustment or repair

Fail 14 Jul 2026 38,624 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

advise little reserve travel on the hand brake the system may require adjustment or repair

Pass 22 Jul 2025 34,995 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear outer side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 30,837 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer side wall in poor condition

Pass 25 Jul 2023 27,187 miles

advise the hand brake has little reserve travel the system may require adjustment or repair

Fail 25 Jul 2023 27,187 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

advise the hand brake has little reserve travel the system may require adjustment or repair

Pass 25 Jul 2022 24,073 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2022 24,073 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 20,227 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 17,280 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 17,280 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 13,220 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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HD16 ERV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Grey 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 HD16 ERV, 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 HD16 ERV?

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What year was HD16 ERV registered?

HD16 ERV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 July 2016.

Is HD16 ERV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD16 ERV 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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