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SK16 MVY

2016 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

45,098 mi
Last recorded45,098 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK16 MVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 45,098 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 45,098 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 37,554 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 33,790 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 31,634 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 30,390 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 22,930 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 17,105 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 13,108 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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SK16 MVY is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Red 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 SK16 MVY, 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 SK16 MVY?

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What year was SK16 MVY registered?

SK16 MVY is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 10 March 2016.

Is SK16 MVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK16 MVY 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.

Does SK16 MVY have outstanding finance?

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