2020 Suzuki Vitara Sz-T Boosterjet Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,401 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Suzuki Vitara Sz-T Boosterjet Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 95.1% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 8.6% in the 60-90k group versus 3.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 2.9% | 126 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.8% | 121 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 60 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.0% | 44 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.1% | 6 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.1% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 138 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 97 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 56 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 22 |
| 5 | Washers | 19 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 17 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 16.6% | 731 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.1% | 356 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.1% | 267 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.5% | 153 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.8% | 34 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 22 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 2,464 | 3.5% |
| 30-60k | 1,736 | 6.6% |
| 60-90k | 185 | 8.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,446 | 3.5% |
| 2024 | 1,469 | 5.1% |
| 2025 | 1,478 | 6.1% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Vitara Sz-T Boosterjet Mhev
Before buying a 2020 Suzuki Vitara Sz-T Boosterjet Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 2.9% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (2.9% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (2.8% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (1.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2020 Suzuki Vitara Sz-T Boosterjet Mhevs pass their MOT?
95.1% of the 4,401 2020 Suzuki Vitara Sz-T Boosterjet Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Suzuki Vitara Sz-T Boosterjet Mhev?
Visibility, recorded in 2.9% of tests, followed by tyres (2.8%).
Does the 2020 Vitara Sz-T Boosterjet Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.5% in the 0-30k band to 8.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,401 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.