Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 450 vehicles, the 2022 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT (2022)

450 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95% first-time pass rate

2022 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT

CarHunch analysed 450 real MOT records for the 2022 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 450 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2022 Suzuki Swace SZ5 HEV CVT is a genuinely reliable proposition, passing its MOT on first attempt in 93.1% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%—with only 2.9% of vehicles ever flagged for dangerous defects. The hybrid powertrain appears sound, with 449 of 450 cars tested running the hybrid-electric setup and maintaining that strong pass rate across the board.

These cars are running modest mileage for their age (median 25,230 miles), which explains the very low failure rate of just 0.12 per vehicle; even the advisory count of 0.8 per car is light. When buying one, a pre-purchase inspection will likely uncover little trouble, but do still request the full MOT history to verify the pattern holds and check the hybrid battery health with a specialist if it hasn't been independently verified.

The 2022 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

95%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.12

Over 1.5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

25k

Middle half: 17k–39k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 450 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 450 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (100%)	449	94.9%	0.12

Colour Breakdown

Based on 979 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 35.6%

349

Silver 18.8%

184

Blue 15.9%

156

Black 11.5%

113

Brown 10.2%

100

Bronze 7.9%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

25,230

typical

16,584

low mileage

38,560

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVT vehicles fall between 16,584 and 38,560 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 16,584 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 16,584–38,560 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Suzuki Swace Sz5 HEV CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 52,056 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.12

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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