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WG16 UWR

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,273 mi
Last recorded45,273 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG16 UWR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 45,273 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 39,498 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 39,498 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2024 36,581 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 32,144 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 27,226 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 18,753 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Jul 2019 10,133 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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WG16 UWR is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WG16 UWR, 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 WG16 UWR?

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What year was WG16 UWR registered?

WG16 UWR is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 July 2016.

Is WG16 UWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG16 UWR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WG16 UWR have outstanding finance?

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