SUZUKI SWIFT MOT pass rate
79.7% of 191,659 SUZUKI SWIFT MOT tests pass.
The SWIFT's pass rate of 79.7% is in line with the average across all SUZUKI models, at 79.9%.
The SUZUKI SWIFT's pass rate of 79.7% is in line with the national average for cars, at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the SUZUKI SWIFT tested at 0–3 years pass 95.7% of the time, compared with just 59.0% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 95.7% | 8,987 | 18,971 miles |
| 3–6 years | 92.4% | 39,044 | 30,785 miles |
| 6–10 years | 86.2% | 55,701 | 52,647 miles |
| 10–15 years | 74.4% | 53,428 | 77,516 miles |
| 15+ years | 59.0% | 34,499 | 92,976 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the SUZUKI SWIFT
The most common reason the SUZUKI SWIFT fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 52.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 52.7% | Not working |
| Brakes | 50.2% | Excessively corroded |
| Suspension | 39.4% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Tyres | 20.8% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 20.5% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 7.2% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Body, chassis, structure | 6.7% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Steering | 2.4% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.2% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.8% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related SUZUKI models
- SUZUKI VITARA — 90.1% pass rate
- SUZUKI ALTO — 74.2% pass rate
- SUZUKI SX4 — 75.8% pass rate
- SUZUKI IGNIS — 84.3% pass rate
- SUZUKI CELERIO — 90.2% pass rate
- SUZUKI JIMNY — 74.8% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the SUZUKI SWIFT?
- 79.7% of SUZUKI SWIFT MOT tests pass, based on 191,659 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the SUZUKI SWIFT?
- The most common reason the SUZUKI SWIFT fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 52.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the SUZUKI SWIFT's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the SUZUKI service history guide for how to check and keep one.