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PJ16 VGT

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,651 mi
Last recorded47,651 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ16 VGT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 47,651 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 44,110 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 39,268 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2024 39,268 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 35,019 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm also cracking on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm also cracking on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 29,838 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 24,004 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s/f o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s/f o/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 19,271 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 15,431 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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PJ16 VGT is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue 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 PJ16 VGT, 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 PJ16 VGT?

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What year was PJ16 VGT registered?

PJ16 VGT is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 May 2016.

Is PJ16 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ16 VGT 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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