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LT16 ETJ

2016 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,078 mi
Last recorded86,078 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT16 ETJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 86,078 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

brake antislip split

Fail 6 Dec 2025 86,078 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

brake antislip split

Pass 21 Dec 2024 72,974 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2024 72,976 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 23 Dec 2023 59,072 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2023 59,072 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2022 46,373 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 36,460 miles

Offside Front suspension arm bottom ball joint gaitor - split

Pass 3 Feb 2021 28,732 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 23,333 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 19,507 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 ETJ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Grey 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 LT16 ETJ, 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 ETJ registered?

LT16 ETJ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is LT16 ETJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT16 ETJ 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.

Does LT16 ETJ have outstanding finance?

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