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WV16 KFJ

2016 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,193 mi
Last recorded43,193 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV16 KFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 43,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 2mm and void of tresd on inner edge - replace asap cords will soon be exposed (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is on legal limit 1.6mm - replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 2mm and void of tresd on inner edge - replace asap cords will soon be exposed (5.2.3 (e))

fuse box insecure

Fail 17 Jun 2026 43,191 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))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 2mm and void of tresd on inner edge - replace asap cords will soon be exposed (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is on legal limit 1.6mm - replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 2mm and void of tresd on inner edge - replace asap cords will soon be exposed (5.2.3 (e))

fuse box insecure

Pass 28 Jul 2025 41,735 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 39,075 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 24,772 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 22,295 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 19,423 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 12,776 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 KFJ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Black 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 WV16 KFJ, 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 KFJ registered?

WV16 KFJ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 March 2016.

Is WV16 KFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV16 KFJ 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.

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