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YM16 VXZ

2016 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,348 mi
Last recorded55,348 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM16 VXZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 55,348 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 50,438 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 7mm outer sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 45,592 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 45,592 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 41,202 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 37,189 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 31,608 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 17,066 miles

n/s headlight 1x mounting bolt missing but secure

o/s headlight 1x mounting missing but secure

o/s/r tyre punctured

tpms light on

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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YM16 VXZ 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 YM16 VXZ, 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 YM16 VXZ registered?

YM16 VXZ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is YM16 VXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM16 VXZ 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.

Does YM16 VXZ have outstanding finance?

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