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Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV reliable? We analysed 14,870 real MOT tests across 7,214 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 14,870 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.0%
Typical Mileage
22,215mi
Annual Mileage
5,670mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV.

Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93.7%
2023
92.8%
2022
91.6%
2021
91.3%
2020

Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 63
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 61
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24

Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,502 mi/yr
Typical
5,670 mi/yr
Average
6,639 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,638 mi/yr

Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 1,621 93.7% 12,506 18,222 26,465
2022 2,119 92.8% 13,381 20,178 29,712
2021 10,088 91.6% 15,293 22,844 32,429
2020 640 91.3% 18,998 26,729 36,279

How Long Does a Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV Last?

Based on 7,214 Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.1 years
Median
3.0 years

Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
22,215 mi
75th Percentile
31,955 mi
95th Percentile
52,905 mi
Max Recorded
213,190 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV

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

Best year
2023

93.7% MOT pass rate from 1,621 tests

Year to avoid
2020

91.3% MOT pass rate from 640 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.7% across 1,621 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV THIS CAR 92.0% 14,870 22,215 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
Vauxhall Corsa Elite Edition Turbo 87% 4,586 21,244 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV?

The Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.0% across 14,870 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV 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 Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV owner drives around 5,670 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 Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV reliable?
Based on 14,870 MOT tests, the Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV has a 92.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV do per year?
The typical Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV does around 5,670 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV?
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 Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Swift Sz-l Dualjet MHEV is 2023 with a 93.7% pass rate across 1,621 tests.