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NV16 NPK

2016 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,514 mi
Last recorded39,514 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV16 NPK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 39,514 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

tpms light on

Fail 6 Feb 2025 39,514 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

tpms light on

Pass 7 Feb 2024 38,203 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Feb 2023 35,937 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 34,151 miles

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

tpms light on

Fail 4 Feb 2022 34,151 miles

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

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

tpms light on

Pass 9 Feb 2021 31,886 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 31,136 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

all tyres are starting to perish.

Pass 4 Feb 2019 20,697 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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NV16 NPK is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Grey 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 NV16 NPK, 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 NV16 NPK?

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What year was NV16 NPK registered?

NV16 NPK is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 July 2016.

Is NV16 NPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV16 NPK 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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