2023 Suzuki Swace Motion HEV CVT 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · AF73 KWP

This three-year-old Suzuki Swace presents an unusually clean roadworthiness record that stands in notable contrast to its demanding usage profile. Across four consecutive DVSA tests spanning May 2024 through November 2025, the vehicle has passed every examination without a single advisory, failure item, or even a minor defect recorded by the inspector. This complete absence of advisories across multiple annual tests covering two full years is a strong indicator of sound mechanical condition at the points of inspection, though it should be noted that a clean MOT history reflects only the state of the vehicle on test day and does not constitute a warranty against developing faults between examinations. The most recent pass on 18 November 2025, combined with the stable trajectory across all prior tests, points to a vehicle that has been mechanically consistent rather than deteriorating between checks. What makes this record particularly worthy of attention is the mileage accumulated against the car's age. With 77,771 miles recorded on a vehicle that left the factory approximately three years ago, the Swace has been covering around 25,924 miles annually, a figure that substantially exceeds the typical UK average of 7,000 to 9,000 miles per year. There are no extended gaps in the testing history, which suggests the vehicle has been in continuous service rather than laid up for any significant period, consistent with the high annual mileage figure. This pattern of sustained high-mileage use places accelerated demand on the consumables and mechanical components most affected by distance rather than age, including the hybrid system battery, the continuously variable transmission, brake components, suspension bushes and coil springs, tyres, and the engine oil and filter service intervals. The CVT gearbox in particular requires close attention under such workloads, as its belt and pulley assembly can exhibit wear symptoms at high mileage that an MOT cannot fully diagnose. Given the heavy usage profile, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to symptoms that high-mileage hybrid Swaces are known to develop beyond what an MOT can detect. On a test drive, listen carefully for any hesitation, juddering, or unusual whine from the transmission under acceleration, as these can indicate CVT belt wear or hydraulic pressure issues. The hybrid system itself should transition smoothly between electric and petrol propulsion; any rough changeover, warning messages on the instrument cluster, or a noticeable reduction in electric-only running capability would warrant a diagnostic check at a Suzuki or hybrid specialist. Brake pedal feel should be firm and progressive, and during a low-speed stop, listen for any grinding or rubbing noises that might suggest worn pads or a binding rear caliper, common on vehicles that have covered substantial mileage in mixed traffic conditions. The suspension and steering should be evaluated with particular care on a road featuring varied surfaces, poor-quality tarmac, and speed humps. Listen for any knocking or clonking noises from the front suspension over uneven ground, which would indicate worn anti-roll bar drop links, wishbone bushes, or top mounts, components that endure significant stress under high annual mileage. The steering should feel precise and free from vibration or pulling to either side under braking, and the tyres should be inspected for uneven shoulder wear, which can reveal alignment or suspension geometry issues not flagged at MOT. Under the bonnet, check for any signs of oil misting around the engine and transmission, inspect the coolant and brake fluid for service history, and confirm that the hybrid battery cooling intake (typically located at the rear seat area) is clean and unobstructed. Finally, verify that the service book contains timely entries corresponding to the high mileage, as consistent oil and filter changes every 12 months or 10,000 miles will have been essential to preserving the drivetrain at this usage rate.