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LS16 VWB

2016 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

76,641 mi
Last recorded76,641 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS16 VWB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 76,641 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2026 76,532 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour nearside & offside (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 69,482 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2025 69,483 miles

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

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

Nearside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 62,524 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 54,345 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 5 Apr 2023 54,345 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 46,373 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 46,373 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 37,464 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 37,464 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 31,949 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 24,218 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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LS16 VWB is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 VWB, 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 LS16 VWB registered?

LS16 VWB is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is LS16 VWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS16 VWB shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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