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T18 BYB

2011 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

55,911 mi
Last recorded55,911 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT18 BYB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 55,911 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all under car (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 51,344 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 43,522 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 36,491 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 31,585 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 28,183 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 24,941 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 24,941 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 20,614 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 15,330 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 10,803 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 6,210 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 1,974 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 1,900 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 1,900 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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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T18 BYB is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 55,912 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 T18 BYB, 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 15 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was T18 BYB registered?

T18 BYB is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 June 2011.

Is T18 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T18 BYB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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