Suzuki Ignis MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Suzuki Ignis. Check any Ignis by registration number below.

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73.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-14.5%

vs Suzuki Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Suzuki Ignis — MOT Reliability Overview

The Suzuki Ignis has an average MOT pass rate of 73.9%, which is 14.5 percentage points below the Suzuki brand average of 88.4%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Ignis on the road.

The most common reasons a Suzuki Ignis fails its MOT are brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Ignis for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Suzuki Ignis, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Suzuki Ignis performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 59 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

2021

Based on 896 vehicles

99.2%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 5yr

38k mi

2020

Based on 907 vehicles

95.5%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

5.9%

Mileage at 3yr

20k mi

Mileage at 5yr

23k mi

2019

Based on 7,554 vehicles

91.2%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

10.3%

Mileage at 3yr

26k mi

Mileage at 5yr

42k mi

2018

Based on 14,102 vehicles

89.4%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

11.1%

Mileage at 5yr

42k mi

2017

Based on 14,464 vehicles

85.1%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

15.0%

Mileage at 5yr

46k mi

2016

Based on 10,000 vehicles

0.9%Poor

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

0.1%

Mileage at 3yr

16k mi

Mileage at 5yr

28k mi

2009

Based on 148 vehicles

93.9%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 10yr

88k mi

2008

Based on 2,544 vehicles

95.1%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

14.3%

Retest Rate

38.1%

Mileage at 5yr

52k mi

Mileage at 10yr

92k mi

2007

Based on 2,627 vehicles

64.7%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

8.2%

Retest Rate

29.7%

2006

Based on 2,255 vehicles

63.3%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

7.9%

Retest Rate

33.5%

2005

Based on 2,994 vehicles

61.8%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

33.1%

2004

Based on 2,976 vehicles

63.6%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

31.6%

2003

Based on 2,231 vehicles

61.2%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

34.3%

2002

Based on 1,519 vehicles

63.5%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

8.2%

Retest Rate

32.4%

2001

Based on 1,052 vehicles

63.6%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

29.0%

2000

Based on 131 vehicles

55.0%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

30.2%

0

Based on 27,169 vehicles

83.5%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 5yr

48k mi

Top MOT Failures — Suzuki Ignis

The most common reasons a Suzuki Ignis fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

3.3%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.9%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.8%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

2.8%

Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.

2.7%

Suzuki Ignis Common Faults & Repair Costs

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90.4% pass rate

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90.5% pass rate

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91.2% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for Suzuki Ignis

Suzuki Ignis — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Suzuki Ignis MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Ignis?

The average MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Ignis is 73.9% compared to the Suzuki average of 88.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Ignis?

The most common MOT failures on the Suzuki Ignis are: Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (3.3%), Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.9%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Suzuki Ignis reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 73.9%, the Suzuki Ignis is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Suzuki Ignis?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Suzuki Ignis?

Typical mileage for the Suzuki Ignis: 38,421 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Ignis to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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