Suzuki Swift (2010)
2010 Suzuki Swift
CarHunch analysed 7,741 real MOT records for the 2010 Suzuki Swift. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2010 Suzuki Swift falls slightly short of the UK average with a 77.2% first-time pass rate, and that's a genuine concern—42.1% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, suggesting wear-related safety issues are common in this ageing cohort. Petrol versions fare marginally better at 77.3% versus diesels at 75.3%, but the difference is negligible.
At around 56,400 miles median, these Swifts show typical usage for their age, yet owners are managing an average of 3.75 failures and nearly 24 advisories per test, indicating accumulated wear across multiple systems rather than isolated problems. If you're considering one, budget for repairs and insist on a pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension, brakes, and exhaust components—the high advisory rate suggests these wear items need close scrutiny.
What to check before buying a 2010 Suzuki Swift
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 42.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (94%) | 7,294 | 77.3% | 3.74 |
| Diesel (6%) | 445 | 75.3% | 3.87 |
| LPG (0%) | 2 | 73.8% | 1.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2010 Suzuki Swift vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2010 Suzuki Swift vehicles fall between 41,967 and 71,646 miles.
2010 Suzuki Swift — Still on the Road
5,488 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 74% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2010 Suzuki Swift
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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53.2%
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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51.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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49.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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45%
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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43.5%
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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35.3%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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34.1%
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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33.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010. Counts include advisories and failures.
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