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KO16 HFV

2016 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,350 mi
Last recorded56,350 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO16 HFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 56,350 miles

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

number plate lights not white

Fail 29 Apr 2026 56,350 miles

Central Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

number plate lights not white

Pass 5 May 2025 35,220 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 30,560 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 24,257 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 21,144 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 17,449 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 15,603 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 12,798 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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KO16 HFV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Red 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 KO16 HFV, 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 KO16 HFV?

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What year was KO16 HFV registered?

KO16 HFV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 July 2016.

Is KO16 HFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO16 HFV 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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