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H18 AKF

2017 Suzuki Swift

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,253 mi
Last recorded58,253 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Suzuki Swift32,661 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH18 AKF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 58,253 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026 58,253 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2024 49,796 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 49,794 miles

Service brake excessively binding both rear binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 39,593 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 26,606 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 21,915 miles
Pass 25 May 2020 15,641 miles
Pass 23 May 2020

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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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H18 AKF is a 2017 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 998cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 32,661 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 H18 AKF, 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 9 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H18 AKF?

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What year was H18 AKF registered?

H18 AKF is a 2017 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 May 2017.

Is H18 AKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H18 AKF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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