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YL18 EWD

2018 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,945 mi
Last recorded57,945 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Suzuki Swift30,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL18 EWD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 57,945 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 57,945 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 46,987 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 35,660 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 32,897 miles

Nearside Rear 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 11 Aug 2022 30,060 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 27,381 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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YL18 EWD is a 2018 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol 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 YL18 EWD, 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

How do I check the history of YL18 EWD?

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What year was YL18 EWD registered?

YL18 EWD is a 2018 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 August 2018.

Is YL18 EWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL18 EWD 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.

Does YL18 EWD have outstanding finance?

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