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2018 Suzuki Swift 1.4L Petrol · AJ18 XHA

AJ18 XHA

2018 Suzuki Swift (1.4L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 89,109 miles. MOT expired on 09 Oct 2025.

Make & Model
SUZUKI SWIFT
Year / Origin
2018 · Peterborough
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 09 Oct 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
89,109 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 09 Oct 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1373cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's MOT history shows a recent failure followed by a pass, indicating a fluctuating maintenance trend rather than a consistent pattern of compliance. In the test on 7 October 2024, the vehicle failed, though the specific defect was not recorded in the provided data. The subsequent test on 10 October 2024 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. Prior to this, the vehicle achieved passes in August 2023 and July 2022 without any recorded advisories or failures. The recorded mileage of 89,109 miles for an 8-year-old vehicle represents an average annual usage of approximately 11,139 miles. This level of use is consistent with typical UK driving patterns. The MOT records show a relatively steady testing interval, though the data provided only covers the period from July 2022 to October 2024. Because the October 2024 failure did not specify the exact component, a physical inspection is necessary to identify what caused the initial non-compliance. A buyer should specifically examine the braking system for binding calipers or worn discs, check the suspension bushes and coil springs for play, and inspect the underside for signs of corrosion or exhaust system degradation. While the most recent test was clean, the recent failure suggests that components may be reaching the end of their service life. buying_score: 65 risk_level: Medium.
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AJ18 XHA Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2024
  • 89,109 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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AJ18 XHA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Suzuki Swift (AJ18 XHA) between July 2022 and October 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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ADVISORY

AJ18 XHA Mileage History

  1. 04/07/202258,760 mi
  2. 31/08/202369,975 mi+11,215 mi
  3. 07/10/202489,109 mi+19,134 mi
  4. 10/10/202489,109 mi

Average of roughly 13,370 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
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Good MOT pass rate (75%)
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