Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Suzuki Celerio?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Suzuki Celerio?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Suzuki Celerio?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2016 Suzuki Celerio reliable?

Based on MOT data from 7,985 vehicles, the 2016 Suzuki Celerio has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Suzuki Celerio?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Suzuki Celerio are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (39.4% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (31.4% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (29.6% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Suzuki Celerio?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Suzuki Celerio (2016)

7,985 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.6% first-time pass rate

2016 Suzuki Celerio

CarHunch analysed 7,985 real MOT records for the 2016 Suzuki Celerio. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Suzuki Celerio is a genuinely reliable car, with an 89.6% first-time pass rate that sits comfortably 9.6 points above the UK average. That said, 17.8% of these cars have experienced a dangerous defect at some point, which is worth noting if you're buying used—get a pre-purchase inspection to catch suspension, brake, or steering issues early.

At a median mileage of just 29,042 miles, these cars are running well below expectations for their age, suggesting many have been lightly used or well-maintained. The 0.93 average failures per test and 6.2 advisories indicate minor wear items rather than structural problems, so factor in routine maintenance costs but don't expect major repairs; check the service history carefully before you buy.

The 2016 Suzuki Celerio passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (89.6%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

89.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

17.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.93

Over 7.9 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

29k

Middle half: 19k–41k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 89.6% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 6.2 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 7,985 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 7,985 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 39.4%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 18.4%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively · Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Wipers & washers 8.6%

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · …

Other issues 7.4%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Suzuki Celerio

Based on MOT data from 7,985 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 17.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	7,984	89.6%	0.93

Colour Breakdown

Based on 28,064 Suzuki Celerio vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 45%

12,629

Blue 15.6%

4,380

Red 14.8%

4,153

Grey 8.8%

2,478

Black 7.9%

2,215

Silver 7.9%

2,209

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Suzuki Celerio vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

29,042

typical

19,130

low mileage

41,408

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Suzuki Celerio vehicles fall between 19,130 and 41,408 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 19,130 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 19,130–41,408 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Suzuki Celerios sit.

⚠ Over 55,900 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Suzuki Celerio — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Suzuki Celerios are still on the road.

Strong survival — 7,592 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

7.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.93

Avg failures per vehicle

6.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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