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SV16 CWM

2016 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,108 mi
Last recorded38,108 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV16 CWM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 38,108 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2025 38,108 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing BOTH SIDES (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 9 May 2023 33,612 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES ALL 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 3 May 2023 33,612 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leaking excessively from engine FROM OIL FILTER (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES ALL 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 28,515 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 20,644 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 20,594 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 20,594 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative IN WRONG POSITION (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 17,122 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2019 17,122 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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SV16 CWM is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SV16 CWM, 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 SV16 CWM registered?

SV16 CWM is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 4 August 2016.

Is SV16 CWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV16 CWM shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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