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WP16 BXS

2016 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,012 mi
Last recorded32,012 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP16 BXS
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 32,012 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 29,288 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2024 26,272 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 26,271 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/55/16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2023 23,026 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 16,220 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 15,898 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 15,897 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2019 10,968 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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WP16 BXS is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Black 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 WP16 BXS, 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 WP16 BXS?

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What year was WP16 BXS registered?

WP16 BXS is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 20 June 2016.

Is WP16 BXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP16 BXS 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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