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BV18 MXT

2018 Suzuki Swift

White Hybrid electric (clean) 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,192 mi
Last recorded48,192 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Suzuki Swift30,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV18 MXT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 48,192 miles

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

exhaust flexi mesh loose

Fail 9 Oct 2025 48,191 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

exhaust flexi mesh loose

Pass 25 Oct 2024 36,668 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 26,566 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 26,110 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 20,982 miles

Covers and trays fitted blocking view of test items

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 14,648 miles

Nearside Front floor pan undertray damaged

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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BV18 MXT is a 2018 Suzuki Swift in White 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 BV18 MXT, 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.

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What year was BV18 MXT registered?

BV18 MXT is a 2018 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 10 August 2018.

Is BV18 MXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV18 MXT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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