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LT16 BDV

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,958 mi
Last recorded77,958 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT16 BDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 77,958 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 68,957 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2024 62,089 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 55,913 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2022 50,862 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 May 2022 50,862 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 17 May 2021 46,341 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 42,475 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 30,149 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 BDV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,586cc 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 LT16 BDV, 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 LT16 BDV registered?

LT16 BDV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is LT16 BDV safe to buy?

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