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YW18 KSV

2018 Suzuki Swift

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,639 mi
Last recorded58,639 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Suzuki Swift30,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW18 KSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 58,639 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 43,245 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 33,526 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 24,398 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 16,048 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 14,669 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 14,669 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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YW18 KSV 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 YW18 KSV, 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 YW18 KSV?

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What year was YW18 KSV registered?

YW18 KSV is a 2018 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 August 2018.

Is YW18 KSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW18 KSV 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 YW18 KSV have outstanding finance?

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