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2020 Suzuki Swift SZ3 Dualjet Shvs 1.2L Hybrid electric (clean) · SA70 AEN

SA70 AEN

2020 Suzuki Swift SZ3 Dualjet Shvs (1.2L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 14 Sept 2020. Recorded mileage 28,743 miles. MOT valid until 03 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
SUZUKI SWIFT SZ3 DUALJET SHVS
Year / Origin
2020 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 03 Jun 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
28,743 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 03 Jun 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Hybrid Electric (Clean)
Year
2020
Engine
1242cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 5 June 2025 at 28,460 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean certificates, indicating the car has remained in a condition that meets DVSA standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is notably low for a six year old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,743 miles per year. Between the September 2023 test at 20,416 miles and the June 2025 test at 28,460 miles, the car covered only 8,044 miles over nearly two years. This low usage suggests the vehicle has seen light duty, though the recorded failures on 28 September 2023 and 27 September 2024 are unusual as no specific defects were listed. These likely represent administrative errors or immediate re-tests for minor issues that were resolved instantly. Given the absence of advisories across the entire history, there are no specific red flags regarding suspension bushes, brake discs, or structural corrosion. However, the low annual mileage increases the risk of components degrading due to inactivity rather than wear. A buyer should physically inspect the tyres for flat spots or age-related cracking and check for any signs of brake caliper binding or fluid degradation caused by long periods of standing. The lack of recorded defects suggests a well-maintained vehicle, but the discrepancy in the 2023 and 2024 test outcomes warrants a quick check of the service book to ensure oil changes were performed regardless of the low mileage. Beyond these checks, the data indicates a mechanically sound vehicle with no evidence of systemic neglect.
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SA70 AEN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2026
  • 28,743 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)

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SA70 AEN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 15:36
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Suzuki Swift Sz3 Dualjet Shvs (SA70 AEN) between September 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175 x 65 x 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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SA70 AEN Mileage History

  1. 27/09/202427,921 mi
  2. 27/09/202427,921 mi
  3. 05/06/202528,460 mi+539 mi
  4. 27/05/202628,737 mi+277 mi
  5. 28/05/202628,743 mi+6 mi

Average of roughly 494 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
57
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (60%)
2 dangerous defects found recently
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