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RE16 FZY

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,297 mi
Last recorded66,297 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE16 FZY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 66,297 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 63,374 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 59,400 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 55,671 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 52,094 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 52,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 48,937 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 44,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

front bumper damaged

Pass 3 May 2019 32,709 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

damaged on front bumper

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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RE16 FZY is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,586cc 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 RE16 FZY, 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 RE16 FZY registered?

RE16 FZY is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 6 May 2016.

Is RE16 FZY safe to buy?

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