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LS16 VVY

2016 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,203 mi
Last recorded56,203 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS16 VVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 56,203 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 56,177 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 50,110 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 43,330 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 39,871 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 37,270 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 37,270 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 32,724 miles

Engine under shield insecure

Front brake discs worn

Oil filter corroded

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

Fail 12 Mar 2020 32,718 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Engine under shield insecure

Front brake discs worn

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

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

Oil filter corroded

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

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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LS16 VVY is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 LS16 VVY, 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 LS16 VVY registered?

LS16 VVY is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is LS16 VVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS16 VVY shows 9 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.

Does LS16 VVY have outstanding finance?

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