2022 Suzuki Swift Boosterjet Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 932 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Suzuki Swift Boosterjet Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and brakes. Its pass rate of 94.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.1% | 29 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.8% | 17 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.7% | 16 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 8 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 6 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 18 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 14 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 12 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 11 |
| 5 | Shock absorbers | 4 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 3 |
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 | 16.6% | 155 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.6% | 117 |
| 3 | Road wheels | 4.0% | 37 |
| 4 | Other defects | 3.6% | 34 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.9% | 27 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.7% | 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 | 735 | 4.0% |
| 30-60k | 185 | 13.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 32 | 3.1% |
| 2025 | 900 | 5.8% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Swift Boosterjet Mhev
Before buying a 2022 Suzuki Swift Boosterjet Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.1% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.1% 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.
- Visibility (1.8% 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.
- Brakes (1.7% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2022 Suzuki Swift Boosterjet Mhevs pass their MOT?
94.3% of the 932 2022 Suzuki Swift Boosterjet Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Suzuki Swift Boosterjet Mhev?
Tyres, recorded in 3.1% of tests, followed by visibility (1.8%).
Does the 2022 Swift Boosterjet Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.0% in the 0-30k band to 13.0% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 932 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.