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MA16 NJV

2016 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,498 mi
Last recorded51,498 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA16 NJV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 51,498 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 47,225 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 47,225 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2023 44,569 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 40,588 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 26,544 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 26,544 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2020 20,533 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 11,152 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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MA16 NJV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MA16 NJV, 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 MA16 NJV?

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What year was MA16 NJV registered?

MA16 NJV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 March 2016.

Is MA16 NJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA16 NJV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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