Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet Mhev
From 1,159 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Swift Sz5 Dualjet Mhevs fare better: 2022 models pass at 96.5% vs 93.2% for 2021.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 19 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 | 19 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 7 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 6 |
| wiper blade defective | 4 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 3 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 2 |
| number plate showing an incorrect registration | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 96.5% | a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2021 | 93.2% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Swift Sz5 Dualjet Mhevs tested had between 11,039 and 26,276 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 19,689 median miles, the Swift Sz5 Dualjet Mhev has 0.034 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 Swift Sz5 Dualjet Mhev MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet Mhev has a 93.4% MOT pass rate based on 1,159 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet Mhev?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet Mhev is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 19 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet Mhev at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet Mhev is 19,689 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 11,039 and 26,276 miles.
Buying a used Swift Sz5 Dualjet Mhev?
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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