Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Suzuki Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV 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 Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV 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 Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV 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 Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV CVT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 189 vehicles, the 2022 Suzuki Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV CVT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96%, 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 Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV 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 Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV CVT (2022)

189 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96% first-time pass rate

2022 Suzuki Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV CVT

CarHunch analysed 189 real MOT records for the 2022 Suzuki Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV CVT. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2022 Swift is exceptionally reliable: a 91.9% first-time pass rate beats the UK average of 80% by a clear margin, and dangerous defects are virtually non-existent at just 1.1%. You're looking at a car that arrives for its MOT in genuinely good order.

At 14,570 miles median, these cars are running low for their age, which explains why failures average only 0.08 per vehicle—there's simply less wear to find. Before buying, check the service history carefully to ensure the low mileage reflects genuine light use rather than a reset, because that CarHunch score of 65 suggests these vehicles do need attention to stay in this shape long-term.

We have limited data for the 2022 Suzuki Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV CVT — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

96%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

1.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.08

Over 1.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

15k

Middle half: 9k–22k

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These stats describe 189 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 189 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1.1% 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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Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Suzuki Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV 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.

14,570

typical

9,314

low mileage

22,148

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Suzuki Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV CVT vehicles fall between 9,314 and 22,148 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 9,314 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.

✓ 9,314–22,148 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Suzuki Swift Sz T Dualjet MHEV CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 29,899 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

1.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.08

Avg failures per vehicle

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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