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VU16 NHG

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,015 mi
Last recorded28,015 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 NHG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 28,015 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 23,414 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 20,638 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 20,247 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 19,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (2mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper door trim insecure

Nearside Front check strap bolts loose ( tightened up)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

service light on

Fail 9 Apr 2022 19,291 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (2mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper door trim insecure

Nearside Front check strap bolts loose ( tightened up)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

service light on

Pass 6 Mar 2021 13,090 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 9,846 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 9,032 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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VU16 NHG is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue 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 VU16 NHG, 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 VU16 NHG registered?

VU16 NHG is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is VU16 NHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU16 NHG 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.

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