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LT16 BCZ

2016 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,735 mi
Last recorded12,735 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT16 BCZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 12,735 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 12,735 miles

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 12,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 12,348 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 11,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 11,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 11,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 10,363 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 9,687 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 7,595 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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LT16 BCZ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LT16 BCZ, 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 LT16 BCZ registered?

LT16 BCZ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 2 March 2016.

Is LT16 BCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT16 BCZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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