Official DVLA Record

2016 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Petrol · SA16 DFS

SA16 DFS

2016 Suzuki Swift (1.2L, petrol). First registered 02/08/2016. Recorded mileage 22,433 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
SUZUKI SWIFT
Year / Origin
2016 · Glasgow
MOT Status
Valid until 02/08/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
22,433 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 02/08/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1242cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness characterized by a perfectly stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 30 July 2025 at 22,433 miles resulted in zero defects or advisories. This consistent record of clean passes across the last five annual tests indicates that the mechanical and structural components of the Suzuki have remained within acceptable operating parameters without the development of recurring faults or deferred maintenance issues. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,243 miles per annum. Data shows a steady but gradual progression, moving from 15,149 miles in July 2021 to 22,433 miles in 2025. This pattern suggests the car has been used primarily for short-distance urban trips or has sat stationary for extended periods. While the low mileage generally implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine, it also introduces specific risks related to age-related degradation of rubber components that benefit from regular use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage use rather than traditional mechanical wear. Specifically check for signs of perished rubber seals, flat-spotted tyres, and brake corrosion, as brake discs can develop surface rust or pit if not frequently exercised. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, as these materials degrade over time regardless of the distance driven. Despite the lack of structural rust in the history, the vehicle appears to be a well-preserved example of a low-use commuter.

SA16 DFS Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2025
  • 22,433 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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SA16 DFS Mileage History

  1. 03/08/202217,054 mi
  2. 03/08/202319,054 mi+2,000 mi
  3. 30/07/202420,532 mi+1,478 mi
  4. 30/07/202522,433 mi+1,901 mi

Average of roughly 1,799 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

SA16 DFS MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 5 Aug 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Suzuki Swift (SA16 DFS) between August 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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ADVISORY