Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt
From 1,453 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Swace Sz-T Hev Cvts fare better: 2022 models pass at 97.4% vs 88.7% for 2021.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 35 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 35 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 32 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 19 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 17 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 12 |
| wiper blade defective | 7 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 6 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 5 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 37.2% of failures are serious: 37.2% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £51.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 97.4% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2021 | 88.7% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 90.3% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Swace Sz-T Hev Cvts tested had between 14,549 and 45,864 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 24,651 median miles, the Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt has 0.042 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Suzuki models
| Suzuki Swift | 75.7% |
| Suzuki Vitara | 85.6% |
| Suzuki Alto | 71.8% |
| Suzuki Sx4 | 76.6% |
| Suzuki Jimny | 74.9% |
Common questions
What is the Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt has a 89.7% MOT pass rate based on 1,453 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 35 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt is 24,651 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 14,549 and 45,864 miles.
Buying a used Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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