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SV16 CWP

2016 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,357 mi
Last recorded40,357 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV16 CWP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 40,357 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 37,502 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 34,353 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 31,172 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ON INSIDE FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

REAR TYRES (nearside coming close to limit,2.97mm ok at time of test)

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair IMBALANCE OF 25% ACROSS AXLE (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 14 Mar 2022 31,172 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ON INSIDE FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

REAR TYRES (nearside coming close to limit,2.97mm ok at time of test)

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair IMBALANCE OF 25% ACROSS AXLE (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 27,161 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ON INSIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Apr 2021 27,161 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ON INSIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 25,224 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 22,617 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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SV16 CWP is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CWP, 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 CWP registered?

SV16 CWP is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 March 2016.

Is SV16 CWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV16 CWP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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