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YG16 MEA

2016 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,406 mi
Last recorded85,406 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG16 MEA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 85,406 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 85,406 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 73,805 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2023 63,142 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 55,379 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on inner shoulders . (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Oct 2021 49,587 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 45,017 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 29,215 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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YG16 MEA is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,586cc 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 YG16 MEA, 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 YG16 MEA registered?

YG16 MEA is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 April 2016.

Is YG16 MEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG16 MEA 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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