Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto?

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 Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto?

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 Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto?

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 Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 393 vehicles, the 2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.7%, 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 Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto?

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 Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto (2022)

393 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.7% first-time pass rate

2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto

CarHunch analysed 393 real MOT records for the 2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto. 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. 393 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2022 Suzuki Vitara SZ5 HEV is a strong performer, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.2%—well above the UK average of 80%—and only 2.5% of vehicles ever showing dangerous defects, which is reassuringly low. The hybrid powertrain appears reliable, with the 383 hybrid-electric examples passing at 94.3%.

At around 22,000 miles on average, these vehicles are running low mileage for their age, which partly explains the excellent pass rate, but even accounting for that the figures are genuinely impressive. The average vehicle racks up just 0.09 failures and 0.4 advisories per test, suggesting minimal wear items or systemic issues—if you're buying one, focus your inspection on brake fluid condition and suspension bushings, as these are common low-mileage wear points when they do appear.

The 2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95.7% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

95.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.09

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

21k

Middle half: 15k–28k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95.7% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 393 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 393 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.5% 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) (97%)	383	95.8%	0.09

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,019 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 23.5%

239

White 18%

183

Black 13.2%

134

Turquoise 11.1%

113

Silver 9.3%

Blue 8.8%

Red 7.9%

Yellow 6%

Cream 2.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto 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.

21,288

typical

14,603

low mileage

28,336

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Auto vehicles fall between 14,603 and 28,336 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 14,603 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.

✓ 14,603–28,336 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Suzuki Vitara Sz5 HEV Allgrip Autos sit.

⚠ Over 38,253 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.09

Avg failures per vehicle

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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