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YP16 XAJ

2016 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,956 mi
Last recorded138,956 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP16 XAJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 138,956 miles

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

Suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 28 Oct 2024 124,344 miles

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

hand brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 3 Nov 2023 110,375 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 97,923 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 86,882 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 185/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 80,309 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, legal min 1.6mm 185/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 59,618 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 59,618 miles

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

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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YP16 XAJ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Grey 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 YP16 XAJ, 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.

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What year was YP16 XAJ registered?

YP16 XAJ is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 April 2016.

Is YP16 XAJ safe to buy?

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