Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEV?

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 2021 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEV?

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 2021 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEV?

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 2021 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEV reliable?

Based on MOT data from 784 vehicles, the 2021 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEV has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.4%, 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 2021 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEV?

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 Sz5 Dualjet MHEV (2021)

784 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.4% first-time pass rate

2021 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEV

CarHunch analysed 784 real MOT records for the 2021 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEV. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Suzuki Swift SZ5 DualJet MHEV is a genuinely reliable first-timer, passing its MOT on 93.3% of first attempts against the UK average of 80%—a 13-point margin that puts it in the upper tier for its age. With only 2.8% of vehicles ever recording a dangerous defect, safety compliance is reassuring for a budget-friendly city car.

At an average mileage of 22,093 miles, these cars are running relatively light for three years old, which explains why owners are averaging just 0.18 failures and 1.1 advisories per test. If you're considering one, prioritise a full-service history and have any advisory items (suspension, tyres, brake wear) checked during your pre-purchase inspection, as these are common minor wear items even on solid performers.

The 2021 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEV passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (94.4% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

94.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.18

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

19k

Middle half: 13k–28k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 94.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 784 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 784 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.8% 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) (99%)	776	94.3%	0.18

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,225 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEV vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 37.1%

825

Blue 20%

444

White 10%

223

Black 9.9%

221

Grey 9.5%

212

Silver 8%

177

Orange 5.5%

123

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEV 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.

19,424

typical

12,922

low mileage

28,089

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEV vehicles fall between 12,922 and 28,089 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 12,922 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.

✓ 12,922–28,089 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Suzuki Swift Sz5 Dualjet MHEVs sit.

⚠ Over 37,920 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

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.18

Avg failures per vehicle

1.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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