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Suzuki Swift

Red · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2018 · 1,242 cc

J8 GBSMOT history

J8 GBS is a red hybrid electric (clean) Suzuki Swift first used on 30 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 113,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

J8 GBS red Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
113,343 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
11,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 GBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 GBS was last recorded at 113,343 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 12,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,427 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
12,916 miles
Average per year
11,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,343 miles
  • 2025 – 100,427 miles
  • 2024 – 85,850 miles
  • 2023 – 71,569 miles
  • 2022 – 55,460 miles
  • 2021 – 50,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,343 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 29 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,343 miles (+12,916)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    113,343 miles
    Test number
    407157549842
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass100,427 miles (+14,577)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    100,427 miles
    Test number
    183649234655
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass85,850 miles (+14,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    85,850 miles
    Test number
    329764244852
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass71,569 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    71,569 miles
    Test number
    722720844574
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail71,569 miles (+16,109)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,569 miles
    Test number
    131427336066
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass55,460 miles (+1,690)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    55,460 miles
    Test number
    634623578114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,770 miles (+3,178)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    53,770 miles
    Test number
    244499193995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    50,592 miles
    Test number
    314157245989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 GBS

Does J8 GBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 GBS is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 GBS?
The MOT on J8 GBS is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 GBS done?
J8 GBS was recorded at 113,343 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 11,944 miles a year.
Has J8 GBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 GBS has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on J8 GBS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J8 GBS find?
J8 GBS passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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