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WV16 GZD

2016 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

34,933 mi
Last recorded34,933 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV16 GZD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 34,933 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 31,528 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 29,479 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 29,478 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 27,574 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 25,237 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 23,589 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 23,589 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2020 22,199 miles
Fail 4 May 2020 22,199 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2019 18,273 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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WV16 GZD is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WV16 GZD, 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 WV16 GZD registered?

WV16 GZD is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is WV16 GZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV16 GZD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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