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AE18 VXA

2018 Suzuki Swift

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,680 mi
Last recorded37,680 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Suzuki Swift30,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE18 VXA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 37,680 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 32,125 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 26,999 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 20,761 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 20,761 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 14,879 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 12,018 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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AE18 VXA is a 2018 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,242cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AE18 VXA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE18 VXA?

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What year was AE18 VXA registered?

AE18 VXA is a 2018 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is AE18 VXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE18 VXA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE18 VXA have outstanding finance?

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