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Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV reliable? We analysed 3,242 real MOT tests across 1,139 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,242 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.4%
Typical Mileage
27,269mi
Annual Mileage
6,884mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV.

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Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93%
2022
92%
2021
89.7%
2020

Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 48

Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,226 mi/yr
Typical
6,884 mi/yr
Average
7,833 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,242 mi/yr

Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 115 93.0% 15,863 21,268 29,654
2021 2,049 92.0% 17,840 26,590 36,223
2020 1,002 89.7% 20,338 29,006 40,840

How Long Does a Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV Last?

Based on 1,139 Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.8 years
Median
4.0 years

Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
27,269 mi
75th Percentile
37,795 mi
95th Percentile
58,579 mi
Max Recorded
152,504 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV

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

Best year
2022

93.0% MOT pass rate from 115 tests

Year to avoid
2020

89.7% MOT pass rate from 1,002 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.0% across 115 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV THIS CAR 91.4% 3,242 27,269 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
Mazda CX-3 GT Sport Nav + 91.6% 1,612 25,171 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV?

The Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.4% across 3,242 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 Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet 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 Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV owner drives around 6,884 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 Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV reliable?
Based on 3,242 MOT tests, the Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV has a 91.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV do per year?
The typical Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV does around 6,884 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet 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 Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Boosterjet MHEV is 2022 with a 93.0% pass rate across 115 tests.