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2018 Suzuki Swift 1.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · KM18 VGU

KM18 VGU

2018 Suzuki Swift (1.0L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 29 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 92,450 miles. MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
SUZUKI SWIFT
Year / Origin
2018 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30 Oct 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
92,450 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30 Oct 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Hybrid Electric (Clean)
Year
2018
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2018 Suzuki Swift presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 31 October 2025 at 92,450 miles with zero defects recorded. A failed test occurred just three days prior on 28 October 2025 at the identical mileage, though the record curiously lists no specific defects for this failure. This pattern typically indicates an immediate rectification of a minor or dangerous item, such as a blown bulb or low fluid level, followed by a successful retest on the same day. The overall trajectory shows a vehicle that has consistently met roadworthiness standards without accumulating recurring mechanical faults. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 11,556 miles annually. The record shows a steady progression from 28,796 miles in September 2022 to 43,375 miles in August 2023, representing a 14,579-mile increase over eleven months. A significant jump then occurred between August 2023 and August 2024, where the odometer climbed 30,690 miles in a single year, suggesting a period of sustained high-mileage commuting or long-distance driving. Since August 2024, the mileage has remained entirely static at 92,450 miles through October 2025, indicating the vehicle has either been standing for nearly eleven months or the recent test was recorded with a capped or estimated mileage. Despite the absence of recorded mechanical advisories, the recent static mileage warrants a thorough physical inspection of components prone to deterioration during prolonged inactivity. A buyer should inspect the tyres for flat spots and sidewall cracking, and check the brake discs for surface corrosion that often develops when a vehicle sits stationary. The sudden mileage spike prior to the stationary period places extra demand on the suspension and drivetrain, so examining the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for wear or leaks remains prudent. Given the anomalous fail-to-pass sequence at the last test, verifying the functionality of all lighting and signaling equipment will confirm the exact nature of the rectified defect.

KM18 VGU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2025
  • 92,450 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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KM18 VGU Mileage History

  1. 07/09/202228,796 mi
  2. 08/08/202343,375 mi+14,579 mi
  3. 29/08/202474,065 mi+30,690 mi
  4. 28/10/202592,450 mi+18,385 mi
  5. 31/10/202592,450 mi

Average of roughly 20,217 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KM18 VGU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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 (KM18 VGU) between September 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 31 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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