Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Suzuki Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip?

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 Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip?

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 Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip?

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 Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip reliable?

Based on MOT data from 390 vehicles, the 2021 Suzuki Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.1%, 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 Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip?

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 Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip (2021)

390 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.1% first-time pass rate

2021 Suzuki Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip

CarHunch analysed 390 real MOT records for the 2021 Suzuki Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip. 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. 390 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2021 Suzuki Vitara is a genuinely reliable performer, with a 93.6% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80% — fewer than one in 14 cars fail their MOT first time. The hybrid powertrain shows no weakness here, and dangerous defects are rare at 4.6%, so safety isn't a concern for this cohort.

These cars are running at a sensible 26,010 miles median for their age, which supports the strong pass figures. With an average of just 0.15 failures per vehicle and only a minor 1.0 advisories per test, you're looking at a model that's holding up well; when buying one, a full service history and a pre-purchase inspection will confirm whether you've found a good individual example.

The 2021 Suzuki Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95.1% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

95.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.15

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

26k

Middle half: 18k–34k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95.1% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 390 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 390 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.6% 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%)	386	95%	0.16

Colour Breakdown

Based on 773 Suzuki Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 23.2%

179

White 19.4%

150

Black 14.1%

109

Turquoise 10%

Silver 9.2%

Blue 8%

Red 8%

Yellow 6.1%

Cream 2.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Suzuki Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip 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.

26,010

typical

18,174

low mileage

34,204

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Suzuki Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrip vehicles fall between 18,174 and 34,204 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 18,174 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.

✓ 18,174–34,204 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Suzuki Vitara Sz T B Jet MHEV Agrips sit.

⚠ Over 46,175 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

0.15

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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