2018 Suzuki Swift 1.2L Hybrid electric (clean) · GP18 FVR
2018 Suzuki Swift (1.2L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 20 Jul 2018. Recorded mileage 25,425 miles. MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI SWIFT
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 25,425 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GP18 FVR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2026
- 25,425 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GP18 FVR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Suzuki Swift (GP18 FVR) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded going to caliper (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded going to caliper (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Going to flexi hose. (1.1.11 (c))”.
GP18 FVR Mileage History
- 13/07/202316,000 mi
- 11/07/202418,519 mi+2,519 mi
- 15/07/202519,857 mi+1,338 mi
- 13/07/202625,425 mi+5,568 mi
- 17/07/202625,425 mi
Average of roughly 3,129 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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