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2016 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · CS51 LEO

CS51 LEO

2016 Suzuki Swift (1.2L, petrol). First registered 11 Dec 2016. Recorded mileage 73,908 miles. MOT expired on 09 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
SUZUKI SWIFT
Year / Origin
2016 · Swansea
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 09 Oct 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
73,908 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 09 Oct 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1242cc
Mechanical Assessment

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: Targeted guidance (even if based on the lack of advisories, I will focus on what a buyer should verify given the age/mileage). Final Polish of Text: A consistent track record of clean roadworthiness defines this Suzuki Swift, showing a stable mechanical history through its latest successful inspection on 1 October 2025. While the records indicate a failure occurred on 30 September 2024, the subsequent pass on the same day with no defects recorded suggests any necessary remedial work was completed immediately. The absence of recurring advisories or structural concerns over the last four years points to a vehicle that has been maintained in a condition that meets the required safety standards without persistent component degradation. The mileage accumulation of 73,908 miles over ten years averages to roughly 7,391 miles annually, which aligns with typical domestic usage patterns for this vehicle class. This moderate usage profile is mechanically advantageous, as it avoids the extreme wear associated with high-mileage commercial use while also avoiding the potential for seized components or fluid degradation often found in vehicles that remain stationary for extended periods. The drivetrain and suspension components should be in a mid-life stage, where wear is expected but should not be excessive. As there are no specific advisories recorded for components such as suspension bushes, brake pipes, or subframe corrosion, the inspection should focus on verifying the current state of these items through physical observation and road testing. During the test drive, listen for any knocks or knocks from the suspension linkages or coil springs when navigating uneven surfaces, and feel for any steering pull or pedal judder that might indicate uneven brake disc wear or binding calipers. Given the clean emissions and exhaust history, also check for any unusual vibrations or noises from the exhaust system that could suggest early signs of wear not yet captured by the MOT testing process. Check against "No Generic Automotive Lectures": I am not explaining why things happen, just what to check for based on the absence of reported issues. Check against "No Markdown": Ensure no bolding or bullets. Check against "Diverse Opening Angles": Starts with "A consistent track record..." (Mechanical takeaway). Check against "Factuality": I am reporting the 2024 failure/pass on the same day exactly as provided. Final Text Construction: (Para 1) A consistent track record of clean roadworthiness defines this Suzuki Swift, showing a stable mechanical history through its latest successful inspection on 1 October 2025. While the records indicate a failure occurred on 30 September 2024, the subsequent pass on the same day with no defects recorded suggests any necessary remedial work was completed immediately. The absence of recurring advisories or structural concerns over the last four years points to a vehicle that has been maintained in a condition that meets the required safety standards without persistent component degradation. (Para 2) The mileage accumulation of 73,908 miles over ten years averages to roughly 7,391 miles annually, which aligns with typical domestic usage patterns for this vehicle class. This moderate usage profile is mechanically advantageous, as it avoids the extreme wear associated with high-mileage commercial use while also avoiding the potential for seized components or fluid degradation often found in vehicles that remain stationary for extended periods. The drivetrain and suspension components should.
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CS51 LEO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/10/2025
  • 73,908 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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CS51 LEO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Oct 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Suzuki Swift (CS51 LEO) between October 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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CS51 LEO Mileage History

  1. 10/10/202246,339 mi
  2. 02/10/202354,699 mi+8,360 mi
  3. 30/09/202463,519 mi+8,820 mi
  4. 30/09/202463,519 mi
  5. 01/10/202573,908 mi+10,389 mi

Average of roughly 9,265 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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