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Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT reliable? We analysed 2,153 real MOT tests across 961 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,153 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.0%
Typical Mileage
29,762mi
Annual Mileage
9,186mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT.

Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.2%
2022
91.9%
2021
94.2%
2020

Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6

Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,469 mi/yr
Typical
9,186 mi/yr
Average
14,636 mi/yr
Heavy usage
18,539 mi/yr

Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 816 91.2% 18,109 28,144 43,216
2021 990 91.9% 19,416 29,885 44,326
2020 243 94.2% 21,776 32,542 51,676

How Long Does a Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT Last?

Based on 961 Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.1 years
Median
3.0 years

Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
29,762 mi
75th Percentile
44,527 mi
95th Percentile
81,095 mi
Max Recorded
266,661 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2020

94.2% MOT pass rate from 243 tests

Year to avoid
2022

91.2% MOT pass rate from 816 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.2% across 243 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT THIS CAR 92.0% 2,153 29,762 mi — yrs
Suzuki Swift 76.1% 2,247,517 51,601 mi 31 yrs
Suzuki Alto 74% 1,154,186 41,167 mi 28 yrs
Suzuki Grand Vitara 76.2% 1,025,634 67,542 mi 28 yrs
Kia Ceed GT Isg 87.7% 1,240 29,646 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT?

The Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.0% across 2,153 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT owner drives around 9,186 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT reliable?
Based on 2,153 MOT tests, the Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT has a 92.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT do per year?
The typical Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT does around 9,186 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT is 2020 with a 94.2% pass rate across 243 tests.