Suzuki Swace Mk1 (2020-present) reliability
Suzuki Swace Mk1 built around 2021: about average at the MOT
Suzuki Swace Mk1 models built around 2021 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age.
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Key figure
10% of MOT tests on Suzuki Swace Mk1 models built around 2021 ended in a fail (retests included), against 12% for similar cars the same age.
Most common issue
The most common MOT issue on Suzuki Swace Mk1 models built around 2021 involves the tyres.
Based on 2,470 tests of Swace models registered 2020+.
About 1 in 7 hybrid electric Swace cars registered in 2022 (13.7%) failed their first MOT.
Based on 1,018 first MOTs (DVSA MOT results, 2025).
About 1 in 75 Swace Mk1 MOTs (1.4%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2021 (4 years old), all fuels combined.
Based on 830 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 0.8% and 2.5%. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.
About 1 in 40 Swace Mk1 MOTs (2.4%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2021 (4 years old).
Based on 830 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 1.6% and 3.7%. Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.
Mk1 fail rate by age
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 4 years old.
How the Swace Mk1 compares
At each age below, see how the Swace Mk1 holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.
Based on 22,827 tests across 7 Suzuki models, built around 2021 (4 years old).
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.
What to check before viewing
The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.
Brake discs
High priorityAsk for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.
Brake pads
High priorityAsk when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Visibility
Worth checkingInspect the visibility carefully and ask the seller for repair history.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Other estates to compare
Other estates, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Swace Mk1.
- 1
Kia ProCeed
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 15.4%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 2.2%
- Dangerous
- 7.1%
No clear edge over the Suzuki Swace Mk1 on these figures.
1,379 MOT tests on cars built around 2021
- 2
Volvo V60
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 11.4%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 1.6%
- Dangerous
- 4.8%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 89.4%
No clear edge over the Suzuki Swace Mk1 on these figures.
4 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
4,002 MOT tests on cars built around 2021
- 3
Volvo V90
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 11.2%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 2.2%
- Dangerous
- 5.4%
No clear edge over the Suzuki Swace Mk1 on these figures.
2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
1,637 MOT tests on cars built around 2021
- Fail rate
- = the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- = the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
- Dangerous
- = the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
- Still registered at 10 years
- = the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.
Recall context
DVSA's recall list has no recalls filed under the Suzuki Swace name. For the exact car, check with the maker or GOV.UK's recall checker.
How Swace Mk1 cars have aged
How Swace Mk1 cars have aged
How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.
Some lines cover only a year or two, so read this as a rough guide.
Mk1 variants compared
Swace Mk1 variants built around 2021
The fail rate for each Swace Mk1 variant, grouped by fuel. Each row counts fails per MOT test, the same way as the main fail rate chart.
Hybrid electric
- SWACE SZ-T HEV CVT11.1%548 tests
- SWACE SZ5 HEV CVT6.2%274 tests
Most common issues on Suzuki Swaces of this age
This list covers every Suzuki Swace built around 2021, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk1 on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 119.3%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 211.4%Advisory
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
- 36.3%Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
- 43.5%Advisory
Brake pads wearing thin
- 53.1%Minor
Wiper blade defective
Based on 830 tests
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Frequently asked questions
Built around 2021 (4 years old), the Suzuki Swace Mk1 (2020-present) fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 830 4-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.