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2018 Suzuki Swift 1.0L Petrol · KS18 WKX

KS18 WKX

2018 Suzuki Swift (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 49,395 miles. MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.

Make & Model
SUZUKI SWIFT
Year / Origin
2018 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 25 Jun 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
49,395 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 25 Jun 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2018
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's most recent MOT history shows a fluctuating status, moving from a failure on 26 June 2025 to a pass on 27 June 2025. While the current record indicates a pass with no defects, the failure immediately preceding it suggests a recent issue required rectification to meet minimum standards. The overall maintenance trend appears stable in terms of passing subsequent tests, as the record shows consecutive passes in February 2025, February 2024, and January 2023. The recorded mileage of 44,171 miles is relatively low for an 8-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,521 miles per year. The MOT data shows consistent testing intervals, with the most recent tests occurring in early 2025 and mid-2025. There are no significant gaps in the testing timeline between 2023 and 2025, though the specific mileage at each individual test point is not provided to track exact annual depreciation. Because the 26 June 2025 failure recorded no specific defects in this summary, the exact mechanical cause remains unknown. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection to check for common wear items that often trigger failures, such as tyre tread depth, brake pad thickness, or light bulb functionality. Given the low annual mileage, it is advisable to inspect rubber components like suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for signs of perishing or cracking due to age rather than wear. The lack of recorded advisories or specific defect descriptions in the recent history means there is no documented evidence of ongoing issues with the exhaust emissions, braking system, or structural integrity. However, the sudden failure in June 2025 warrants a close examination of the underside for any signs of corrosion or recent repairs to the braking or suspension systems.
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KS18 WKX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/06/2026
  • 49,395 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

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KS18 WKX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 03:05
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 (KS18 WKX) between February 2024 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 24 June 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: Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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: “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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KS18 WKX Mileage History

  1. 01/02/202435,192 mi
  2. 03/02/202542,550 mi+7,358 mi
  3. 26/06/202544,164 mi+1,614 mi
  4. 27/06/202544,171 mi+7 mi
  5. 24/06/202649,395 mi+5,224 mi

Average of roughly 5,936 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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