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Suzuki Swift

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

T18 PBAMOT history

T18 PBA is a blue petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 94,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
94,138 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 PBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 PBA was last recorded at 94,138 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,136 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,138 miles
  • 2025 – 89,358 miles
  • 2024 – 83,124 miles
  • 2023 – 76,561 miles
  • 2022 – 70,726 miles
  • 2021 – 64,875 miles
  • 2020 – 61,612 miles
  • 2019 – 56,588 miles
  • 2018 – 42,996 miles
  • 2017 – 33,936 miles
  • 2016 – 27,995 miles
  • 2015 – 14,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,138 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT + REAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BACK BOX

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,138 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    94,138 miles
    Test number
    847182886480
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail94,136 miles (+4,778)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,136 miles
    Test number
    885269735870
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,358 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    89,358 miles
    Test number
    522296418090
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT + REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BACK BOX (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail89,358 miles (+6,234)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,358 miles
    Test number
    287380010272
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT + REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BACK BOX (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass83,124 miles (+6,563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    83,124 miles
    Test number
    420016545847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass76,561 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    76,561 miles
    Test number
    487039603323
    • AdvisoryCovers under car and on outer sills preventing full inspection

  7. Fail76,561 miles (+5,835)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,561 miles
    Test number
    942404878587
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limits and heavy bald on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers under car and on outer sills preventing full inspection

  8. Pass70,726 miles (+5,851)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    70,726 miles
    Test number
    485639986619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,875 miles (+3,263)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    64,875 miles
    Test number
    845341769971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,612 miles (+5,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,612 miles
    Test number
    371182373610
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass56,588 miles (+2,874)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    56,588 miles
    Test number
    398377290110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    53,714 miles
    Test number
    214141155073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,714 miles (+10,718)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,714 miles
    Test number
    949855579180
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass42,996 miles (+9,060)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    42,996 miles
    Test number
    711243519045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass33,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,936 miles
    Test number
    958311577998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail33,936 miles (+5,941)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,936 miles
    Test number
    439904541937
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass27,995 miles (+13,032)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    27,995 miles
    Test number
    896253352838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    14,963 miles
    Test number
    156418465079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 PBA

Does T18 PBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 PBA is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 PBA?
The MOT on T18 PBA is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 PBA done?
T18 PBA was recorded at 94,138 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 6,837 miles a year.
Has T18 PBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 PBA has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T18 PBA 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 T18 PBA find?
T18 PBA passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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