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MK16 VYJ

2016 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,697 mi
Last recorded69,697 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK16 VYJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2026 69,697 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 65,083 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 60,595 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 55,998 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 51,000 miles

Nearside Front tyre getting worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre getting worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Feb 2021 47,750 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively plus o/side (1.2.1 (f))

o/side front tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Feb 2020 43,808 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin plus o/side inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

n/side rear seat belt not checked due to child seat being fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2019 33,316 miles

both front tyres are getting low on 3mm

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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MK16 VYJ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MK16 VYJ, 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 MK16 VYJ registered?

MK16 VYJ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is MK16 VYJ safe to buy?

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Does MK16 VYJ have outstanding finance?

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