Suzuki Swift MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

23.0%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Suzuki Swift vehicles
Based on 191,943 MOT tests
5.0pp below the UK average (28%)

Suzuki Swift in this age bracket has a 23.0% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: lamps & electrics and brakes.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Suzuki Swift are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 5.1%
Brakes 3.1%
Visibility 2.4%
Tyres 2.3%
Suspension 1.5%
Body & Chassis 0.3%
Steering 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

Suzuki Swift MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 7.5% 31,963 Visibility
3-5 years 12.8% 118,885 Visibility
6-10 years 23.0% 191,943 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 42.2% 147,874 Suspension
15+ years 49.8% 35,785 Suspension

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old Suzuki Swift reliable?

6-10-year-old Suzuki Swift vehicles have a 23.0% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Suzuki Swift?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 5.1% failure risk
  • Brakes — 3.1% failure risk
  • Visibility — 2.4% failure risk

How can I prepare my Suzuki Swift for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Suzuki Swift, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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