2021 Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,583 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.2% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.3%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 13.7% in the 90-120k group versus 4.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.5% | 72 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.2% | 67 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.0% | 31 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.6% | 9 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 4 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 66 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 31 |
| 3 | Washers | 24 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 21 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 7 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 7 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 19.3% | 305 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.4% | 164 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.0% | 110 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.0% | 48 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.1% | 18 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 16 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 658 | 4.6% |
| 30-60k | 653 | 9.8% |
| 60-90k | 204 | 10.8% |
| 90-120k | 51 | 13.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 1,510 | 8.1% |
| Hybrid | 73 | 2.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 58 | 3.5% |
| 2024 | 762 | 9.3% |
| 2025 | 748 | 6.8% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt
Before buying a 2021 Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.5% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (4.2% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (2.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvts pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 1,583 2021 Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Suzuki Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt?
Visibility, recorded in 4.5% of tests, followed by tyres (4.2%).
Does the 2021 Swace Sz-T Hev Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.6% in the 0-30k band to 13.7% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,583 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.