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AO18 YLY

2018 Suzuki Swift

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,758 mi
Last recorded79,758 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Suzuki Swift30,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO18 YLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 79,758 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2025 67,191 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 56,939 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 56,923 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 May 2023 44,471 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn near to limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2022 32,690 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2021 25,118 miles

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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AO18 YLY is a 2018 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 998cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 30,330 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO18 YLY, 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 8 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 AO18 YLY registered?

AO18 YLY is a 2018 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is AO18 YLY safe to buy?

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