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Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto reliable? We analysed 853 real MOT tests across 565 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 853 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.1%
Typical Mileage
20,896mi
Annual Mileage
5,242mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto.

Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

92.5%
2023
93.2%
2022

Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14

Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
2,985 mi/yr
Typical
5,242 mi/yr
Average
7,541 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,753 mi/yr

Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 53 92.5% 12,295 17,409 26,111
2022 735 93.2% 13,888 21,016 31,389

How Long Does a Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto Last?

Based on 565 Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.5 years
Median
2.0 years

Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
20,896 mi
75th Percentile
30,570 mi
95th Percentile
49,342 mi
Max Recorded
90,415 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto

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

Best year
2022

93.2% MOT pass rate from 735 tests

Year to avoid
2023

92.5% MOT pass rate from 53 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.2% across 735 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.5% — 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 SZ5 HEV Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto THIS CAR 93.1% 853 20,896 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
Zontes Zt 125-3A Tiger 69.5% 663 11,670 mi 15 yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto?

The Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.1% across 853 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 SZ5 HEV Auto 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 SZ5 HEV Auto owner drives around 5,242 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 SZ5 HEV Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto reliable?
Based on 853 MOT tests, the Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto has a 93.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto do per year?
The typical Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto does around 5,242 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto?
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 SZ5 HEV Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV Auto is 2022 with a 93.2% pass rate across 735 tests.