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

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Is the Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV reliable? We analysed 2,004 real MOT tests across 895 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,004 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.2%
Typical Mileage
20,218mi
Annual Mileage
5,437mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Swift Sz-t 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-t Dualjet MHEV.

Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV Number Plates

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

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

How likely is a Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.2%
2022
91.8%
2021

Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6

Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Swift Sz-t 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
3,100 mi/yr
Typical
5,437 mi/yr
Average
6,226 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,399 mi/yr

Suzuki Swift Sz-t 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-t Dualjet MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 226 94.2% 13,146 20,522 27,916
2021 1,633 91.8% 13,671 19,957 28,216

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

Based on 895 Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.2 years
Median
3.0 years

Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
20,218 mi
75th Percentile
28,603 mi
95th Percentile
48,530 mi
Max Recorded
124,631 mi

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

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

Best year
2022

94.2% MOT pass rate from 226 tests

Year to avoid
2021

91.8% MOT pass rate from 1,633 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.2% across 226 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.8% — 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-t 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-t Dualjet MHEV THIS CAR 92.2% 2,004 20,218 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
Isuzu Trooper Turbo Diesel 73.4% 3,602 104,098 mi 27 yrs

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

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

The Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.2% across 2,004 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 Swift Sz-t 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-t Dualjet MHEV owner drives around 5,437 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-t Dualjet MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV reliable?
Based on 2,004 MOT tests, the Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV has a 92.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV do per year?
The typical Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV does around 5,437 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Swift Sz-t 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-t Dualjet MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Swift Sz-t Dualjet MHEV is 2022 with a 94.2% pass rate across 226 tests.