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KP16 YBE

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,216 mi
Last recorded57,216 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP16 YBE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 57,216 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 54,148 miles

High handbrake travel

Pass 20 Mar 2024 54,010 miles

High handbrake travel

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshner ()

Fail 20 Mar 2024 54,010 miles

High handbrake travel

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshner ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 51,312 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2023 51,312 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 44,102 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 44,102 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Bulb replaced during test (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 36,719 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 28,752 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 22,211 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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KP16 YBE is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KP16 YBE, 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

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What year was KP16 YBE registered?

KP16 YBE is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is KP16 YBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP16 YBE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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