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WV18 HLA

2018 Suzuki Swift

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,460 mi
Last recorded38,460 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Suzuki Swift30,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV18 HLA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 38,460 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing going the same as nearside front, no cords visible yet 185/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 May 2026 38,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner due to severe perishing 185/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on or very close to 1.5mm limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing going the same as nearside front, no cords visible yet 185/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2025 32,126 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre is getting low on the edges

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 May 2024 24,746 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 May 2023 16,930 miles

All tyres cracking/perishing

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2022 11,435 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 8,046 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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WV18 HLA is a 2018 Suzuki Swift in Red 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 WV18 HLA, 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 WV18 HLA registered?

WV18 HLA is a 2018 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 May 2018.

Is WV18 HLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV18 HLA 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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