Suzuki Vitara Sz5 Boosterjet MHEV (2022)
2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 Boosterjet MHEV
CarHunch analysed 695 real MOT records for the 2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 Boosterjet MHEV. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2022 Suzuki Vitara SZ5 BoosterJet MHEV is a genuinely reliable car, with a 94.8% first-time MOT pass rate that significantly outperforms the UK average of 80%, and a dangerous defect rate of just 1.6% — well below concern threshold. The hybrid powertrain appears to be working well, with virtually all 695 vehicles in this cohort running the clean hybrid system without any notable reliability splits.
These cars are running at sensible mileage for their age (median 21,083 miles), which partly explains the low failure rate, but the real reassurance comes from averaging only 0.08 failures per vehicle and 0.6 advisories — suggesting few structural or mechanical surprises waiting. If you're considering one, focus your pre-purchase inspection on the hybrid battery and electrical systems rather than the engine itself, as that's where age-related issues typically emerge first on these units.
What to check before buying a 2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 Boosterjet MHEV
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.
- 📄 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (100%) | 693 | 94.8% | 0.08 |
| Petrol (0%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 Boosterjet MHEV 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 2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 Boosterjet MHEV vehicles fall between 15,056 and 28,272 miles.
MOT History Averages
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