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PY16 HFP

2016 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

61,234 mi
Last recorded61,234 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY16 HFP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 61,234 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 57,458 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 55,964 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 53,308 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil filter heavily corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2022 53,308 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil filter heavily corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 49,678 miles

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))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 49,678 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 2 Dec 2020 44,469 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 44,469 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 34,207 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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PY16 HFP is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PY16 HFP, 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 PY16 HFP registered?

PY16 HFP is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 June 2016.

Is PY16 HFP safe to buy?

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