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LX16 XVW

2016 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

16,004 mi
Last recorded16,004 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX16 XVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 16,004 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 13,882 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 12,199 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 11,338 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2024 11,338 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 9,562 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 9,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 8,434 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 7,694 miles

n/s tyres perishing

t p s light on

Pass 20 Feb 2020 7,194 miles

wet test

Pass 25 Feb 2019 5,006 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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LX16 XVW is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LX16 XVW, 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

How do I check the history of LX16 XVW?

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What year was LX16 XVW registered?

LX16 XVW is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is LX16 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX16 XVW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX16 XVW have outstanding finance?

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