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Suzuki Swift SZ2 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Swift SZ2 reliable? We analysed 4,031 real MOT tests across 659 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,031 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.2%
Typical Mileage
55,746mi
Annual Mileage
5,576mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Swift SZ2 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Swift SZ2.

Suzuki Swift SZ2 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Swift SZ2. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Swift SZ2 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Swift SZ2 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 0.92 mm 1
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value 1

Suzuki Swift SZ2 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Swift SZ2 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,493 mi/yr
Typical
5,576 mi/yr
Average
6,391 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,218 mi/yr

Suzuki Swift SZ2 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Swift SZ2 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
55,746 mi
75th Percentile
78,815 mi
95th Percentile
118,713 mi
Max Recorded
4,202,000 mi

How Does the Suzuki Swift SZ2 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Swift SZ2 THIS CAR 90.2% 4,031 55,746 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
Audi A3 E-tron 40 S-a 85.1% 4,351 35,039 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Swift SZ2 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Swift SZ2?

The Suzuki Swift SZ2 has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.2% across 4,031 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 0.92 mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki Swift SZ2 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 SZ2 owner drives around 5,576 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 SZ2 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Swift SZ2 reliable?
Based on 4,031 MOT tests, the Suzuki Swift SZ2 has a 90.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Swift SZ2?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Swift SZ2 do per year?
The typical Suzuki Swift SZ2 does around 5,576 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Swift SZ2 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Swift SZ2?
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.