Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Fiat Swift?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2018 Fiat Swift?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2018 Fiat Swift?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2018 Fiat Swift reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,713 vehicles, the 2018 Fiat Swift has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Fiat Swift?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Fiat Swift are: Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (13.3% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (13.3% of vehicles), COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (12.6% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Fiat Swift?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Fiat Swift (2018)

1,713 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.2% first-time pass rate

2018 Fiat Swift

CarHunch analysed 1,713 real MOT records for the 2018 Fiat Swift. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Fiat Swift is a notably reliable proposition: its 92.2% first-time pass rate beats the UK average of 80% by a clear margin, and the dangerous defect rate of 2.9% is well below concern levels. This is a vehicle that tends to pass its MOT cleanly on the first attempt.

These cars are running light at the median mileage of 12,026 miles, which is unusually low for a six-year-old model and suggests many have been lightly used or well-maintained. The average of 0.49 failures and 1.3 advisories per vehicle points to minor wear issues rather than structural problems—typical for this age and mileage profile. If you're considering one, check the service history closely to understand why mileage is so low, as that low wear pattern is the real story here.

The 2018 Fiat Swift passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.2% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

92.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.49

Over 5.5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

12k

Middle half: 9k–17k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.2% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 1,713 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,713 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 13.3%

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 12.6%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Wipers & washers 9.3%

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Lighting 6.2%

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault · Nearside Headlamp aim too low · Offside Headlamp aim too low · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Brake wear 4.9%

Parking brake efficiency below requirements

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Based on MOT data from 1,713 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 7,269 Fiat Swift vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 40.1%

2,915

Black 31.3%

2,272

Grey 15.4%

1,121

Gold 7%

506

Silver 3.9%

287

Blue 1.6%

116

Red 0.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Fiat Swift vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

12,026

typical

8,539

low mileage

17,419

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Fiat Swift vehicles fall between 8,539 and 17,419 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,539 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 8,539–17,419 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Fiat Swifts sit.

⚠ Over 23,515 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Fiat Swift — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Fiat Swifts are still on the road.

Strong survival — 1,617 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

5.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.49

Avg failures per vehicle

1.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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