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Suzuki Swift

Red · Petrol · 2017 · 998 cc

W18 RMLMOT history

W18 RML is a red petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 22 Aug 2017. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 94,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

W18 RML red Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Swift, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
94,458 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,094 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 RML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
22 Aug 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 RML was last recorded at 94,458 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 10,336 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
84,122 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,336 miles
Average per year
9,094 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,458 miles
  • 2025 – 84,122 miles
  • 2024 – 71,422 miles
  • 2023 – 57,339 miles
  • 2022 – 45,438 miles
  • 2020 – 44,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,458 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 27 Jul 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,458 miles (+10,336)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    94,458 miles
    Test number
    556205390382
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass84,122 miles (+12,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    84,122 miles
    Test number
    424737346417
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass71,422 miles (+14,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    71,422 miles
    Test number
    997592614622
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass57,339 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    57,339 miles
    Test number
    641463657442
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail57,339 miles (+11,901)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,339 miles
    Test number
    648117849822
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass45,438 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    45,438 miles
    Test number
    991761678949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail45,438 miles (+877)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,438 miles
    Test number
    413601749441
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass44,561 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    44,561 miles
    Test number
    261697774353
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

Questions about W18 RML

Does W18 RML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 RML is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on W18 RML?
The MOT on W18 RML is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 RML done?
W18 RML was recorded at 94,458 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 9,094 miles a year.
Has W18 RML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 RML has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on W18 RML 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 W18 RML find?
W18 RML passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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