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DC18 XTE

2018 Suzuki Swift

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,780 mi
Last recorded24,780 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Suzuki Swift30,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC18 XTE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 24,780 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 21,728 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 30,774 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped Slightly (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s cracking within the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 16,369 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2 mm also wearing on the shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Jul 2023 16,369 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2 mm also wearing on the shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 13,191 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 10,116 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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DC18 XTE 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 DC18 XTE, 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 DC18 XTE registered?

DC18 XTE is a 2018 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 August 2018.

Is DC18 XTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC18 XTE 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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