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NU16 HYV

2016 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,973 mi
Last recorded28,973 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU16 HYV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 28,973 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2026 28,973 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 25,476 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 22,149 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 18,662 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 18,662 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing found in car (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 15,581 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 13,249 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 13,249 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 11,305 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 8,992 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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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NU16 HYV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in White 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 NU16 HYV, 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 NU16 HYV?

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What year was NU16 HYV registered?

NU16 HYV is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is NU16 HYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU16 HYV 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 NU16 HYV have outstanding finance?

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