Suzuki Swift MOT Results

Registered in 2002
46.8% pass rate
from 421 tests in 2021
(18% worse than other 2002 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2002 cars and highlighted areas where the Suzuki Swift is unusually good or bad.

  • 21% fail on Brakes (48% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 16% fail on Brake performance (98% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 12% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (5 times worse than other 2002 cars)
        • 12% fail on Rbt (sp) (5 times worse than other 2002 cars)
          • 10% fail on Service brake imbalance (6 times worse than other 2002 cars)
          • 2.9% fail on Service brake performance (2 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 6.9% fail on Service brake performance (120% worse than other 2002 cars)
        • 6.9% fail on Rbt (130% worse than other 2002 cars)
          • 5.7% fail on Service brake performance (120% worse than other 2002 cars)
          • 1.9% fail on Service brake imbalance (190% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 1.2% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (69% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 1.2% fail on Rbt (sp) (67% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.71% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.48% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.48% fail on Rbt
          • 0.48% fail on Parking brake performance
    • 6.7% fail on Rigid brake pipes (86% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 2.6% fail on Mechanical brake components
      • 2.1% fail on Brake linings and pads
        • 2.1% fail on Brake pads
      • 0.48% fail on Brake discs and drums
        • 0.48% fail on Brake discs
    • 0.24% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.24% fail on Pedal
    • 0.24% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.24% fail on Brake fluid
    • 0.24% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.24% fail on Load sensing valves
    • 0.24% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.24% fail on Prescribed areas
        • 0.24% fail on Other braking system component
  • 18% fail on Suspension
    • 14% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas (3 times worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 4.5% fail on Suspension arms
      • 2.6% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.95% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.48% fail on Pins and bushes (80% better than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.24% fail on Suspension arm
      • 0.24% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 2.6% fail on Springs
      • 2.6% fail on Coil springs
        • 2.6% fail on Coil spring
    • 1.4% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.48% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.48% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.24% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.24% fail on Macpherson strut
  • 16% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
    • 3.8% fail on Stop lamp
    • 3.6% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 3.3% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 0.48% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 3.6% fail on Direction indicators
      • 3.6% fail on Flashing type
        • 2.6% fail on Individual direction indicators
        • 0.95% fail on Side repeaters
    • 3.1% fail on Headlamps
      • 3.1% fail on Headlamp
      • 0.24% fail on Headlamp levelling device
    • 2.1% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
    • 0.95% fail on Position lamps (3 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.95% fail on Position lamp (3 times worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.95% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
      • 0.95% fail on Rear fog lamp
        • 0.95% fail on Rear fog lamp
    • 0.71% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.48% fail on Horn
      • 0.24% fail on Battery(ies)
  • 14% fail on Body, chassis, structure (44% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 5.2% fail on Exhaust system
    • 4.5% fail on Integral vehicle structure (2 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 4.5% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition (3 times worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 1.9% fail on Chassis (190% worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 1.9% fail on Chassis condition (190% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 1.7% fail on Transmission
      • 1.7% fail on Drive shafts
        • 1.7% fail on Joints
    • 1.4% fail on Bumpers (6 times worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.95% fail on Doors
      • 0.48% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.48% fail on Door condition
      • 0.24% fail on Driver's door
        • 0.24% fail on Door condition
      • 0.24% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.24% fail on Door condition
    • 0.48% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.24% fail on Pipe
      • 0.24% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
    • 0.48% fail on Floor (8 times worse than other 2002 cars)
  • 12% fail on Visibility (54% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 9.7% fail on Wipers (120% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 2.4% fail on Washers
    • 0.48% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.48% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.48% fail on View to rear
      • 0.48% fail on Mirrors
  • 7.8% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (120% worse than other 2002 cars)
    • 7.8% fail on Seat belts (2 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 7.1% fail on Prescribed areas (4 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.48% fail on Attachment (18 times worse than other 2002 cars)
      • 0.48% fail on Condition
  • 7.4% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
    • 7.1% fail on Exhaust emissions
      • 7.1% fail on Spark ignition
        • 3.8% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 3.1% fail on Emissions not tested (180% worse than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.48% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (79% better than other 2002 cars)
        • 0.24% fail on Non catalyst emissions
    • 0.48% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.24% fail on Engine oil leaks
      • 0.24% fail on Other leaks
  • 5.5% fail on Tyres
    • 3.8% fail on Tread depth
    • 1.4% fail on Condition
    • 0.24% fail on Size/type
  • 1.4% fail on Steering (66% better than other 2002 cars)
    • 0.95% fail on Steering linkage components
      • 0.71% fail on Track rod end
      • 0.24% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.48% fail on Power steering
      • 0.48% fail on Other components
  • 0.24% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.24% fail on Condition

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