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1981 ED

2018 Suzuki Swift

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,158 mi
Last recorded78,158 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Suzuki Swift30,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration1981 ED
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 78,158 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 61,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly wearing on edges but tread depth 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly wearing on edges but tread depth 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

certain components obscured from view

Pass 16 Oct 2023 49,943 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 36,287 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 36,287 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 25,477 miles

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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1981 ED is a 2018 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 1981 ED, 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.

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What year was 1981 ED registered?

1981 ED is a 2018 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 20 October 2018.

Is 1981 ED safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1981 ED shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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