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WL16 GSZ

2016 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

83,127 mi
Last recorded83,127 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL16 GSZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 83,127 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3.0mm and low on inner edge 185/55r16 83v (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2025 73,923 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.7mm 185/55r16 82v (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2024 64,177 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damage (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2023 53,724 miles
Fail 11 May 2023 53,723 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear tyres below limit 185/55r16 83v (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 May 2022 44,905 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn to 2.6mm 185/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2021 35,650 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 29,132 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 17,635 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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WL16 GSZ 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 WL16 GSZ, 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 WL16 GSZ registered?

WL16 GSZ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 July 2016.

Is WL16 GSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL16 GSZ 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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