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NL16 FSU

2016 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,252 mi
Last recorded70,252 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL16 FSU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 70,252 miles

Nearside mirror damage

all brake pipes covered with grease

Fail 13 Apr 2026 70,252 miles

Nearside mirror damage

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

all brake pipes covered with grease

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 57,914 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 46,114 miles

Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/side and o/side (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 36,980 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 30,282 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 25,786 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 20,351 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 15,502 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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NL16 FSU 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 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 NL16 FSU, 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 NL16 FSU?

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What year was NL16 FSU registered?

NL16 FSU is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 April 2016.

Is NL16 FSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL16 FSU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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