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OV16 KVU

2016 Suzuki Swift

Orange Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,920 mi
Last recorded54,920 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV16 KVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 54,920 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2025 45,416 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 38,662 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre 8 yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre 8 yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre 8 yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

TPMS light on

Pass 3 May 2023 33,821 miles

TPMS light on indicating low tyre pressure.

Pass 10 May 2022 29,085 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 23,454 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 23,454 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2019 17,810 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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OV16 KVU is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Orange with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OV16 KVU, 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 OV16 KVU registered?

OV16 KVU is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is OV16 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV16 KVU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OV16 KVU have outstanding finance?

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