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HY16 YWS

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,925 mi
Last recorded97,925 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY16 YWS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 97,925 miles

Nearside number plate bulb not working

oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2025 83,505 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 77,466 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

tpms light on

Fail 31 Jan 2024 77,465 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

tpms light on

Pass 24 Jan 2023 64,254 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 53,276 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm - 185/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 42,558 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 25,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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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HY16 YWS is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HY16 YWS, 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 HY16 YWS registered?

HY16 YWS is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is HY16 YWS safe to buy?

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