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YC18 MPB

2018 Suzuki Swift

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

156,896 mi
Last recorded156,896 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Suzuki Swift30,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC18 MPB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 156,896 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 156,883 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 115,747 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 115,747 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 77,883 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 39,780 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 16,656 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2/3 worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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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YC18 MPB 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 71.4%.

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 YC18 MPB, 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 YC18 MPB registered?

YC18 MPB is a 2018 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 August 2018.

Is YC18 MPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC18 MPB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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