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Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip reliable? We analysed 1,048 real MOT tests across 482 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,048 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.5%
Typical Mileage
21,438mi
Annual Mileage
5,582mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip.

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Number plates registered to a Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

95.5%
2023
92.6%
2022
92.9%
2021
88.9%
2020

Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2

Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,213 mi/yr
Typical
5,582 mi/yr
Average
6,558 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,762 mi/yr

Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 66 95.5% 8,661 13,904 23,594
2022 298 92.6% 13,090 21,030 30,530
2021 523 92.9% 13,966 21,615 29,824
2020 126 88.9% 16,901 24,556 32,708

How Long Does a Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip Last?

Based on 482 Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.1 years
Median
3.0 years

Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip Mileage Distribution

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

Median
21,438 mi
75th Percentile
30,214 mi
95th Percentile
49,513 mi
Max Recorded
160,712 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip

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

Best year
2023

95.5% MOT pass rate from 66 tests

Year to avoid
2020

88.9% MOT pass rate from 126 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.5% across 66 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.9% — 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 SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip THIS CAR 92.5% 1,048 21,438 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
Ducati Monster Plus 91.9% 680 4,650 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip?

The Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.5% across 1,048 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 SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip 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 SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip owner drives around 5,582 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 SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip reliable?
Based on 1,048 MOT tests, the Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip has a 92.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip do per year?
The typical Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip does around 5,582 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip?
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 SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Swift SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Allgrip is 2023 with a 95.5% pass rate across 66 tests.