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YB18 SBU

2018 Suzuki Swift

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,977 mi
Last recorded31,977 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Suzuki Swift30,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB18 SBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 31,977 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 30,834 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 29,318 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 29,253 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 22,037 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 15,666 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 12,259 miles

front discs have a lip on edge

front tyres cracking up but no cords showing

marks on vehicle

n/s/r tyre cracking up but no cords showing

Fail 12 May 2021 12,259 miles

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

front discs have a lip on edge

front tyres cracking up but no cords showing

marks on vehicle

n/s/r tyre cracking up but no cords showing

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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YB18 SBU is a 2018 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YB18 SBU, 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 YB18 SBU registered?

YB18 SBU is a 2018 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is YB18 SBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB18 SBU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB18 SBU have outstanding finance?

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