Suzuki Ignis Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Ignis reliable? We analysed 536,876 real MOT tests across 40,815 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Ignis is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Ignis.
Suzuki Ignis Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Ignis. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Ignis MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Ignis to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Ignis Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Ignis fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Ignis Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Ignis models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Suzuki Ignis Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Ignis owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Ignis MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Ignis year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1,376 | 90.8% | 8,655 | 14,358 | 21,570 |
| 2019 | 16,030 | 88.9% | 13,241 | 21,658 | 33,214 |
| 2018 | 35,818 | 87.7% | 15,010 | 23,988 | 36,348 |
| 2017 | 46,333 | 86.1% | 17,403 | 27,571 | 41,325 |
| 2016 | 2,154 | 84.5% | 19,851 | 30,734 | 45,012 |
| 2008 | 500 | 74.8% | 36,018 | 57,488 | 84,479 |
| 2007 | 35,872 | 76.5% | 32,709 | 53,152 | 77,909 |
| 2006 | 37,423 | 75.8% | 33,554 | 54,768 | 79,982 |
| 2005 | 63,730 | 74.2% | 35,393 | 56,826 | 82,065 |
| 2004 | 84,412 | 73.8% | 36,718 | 58,283 | 83,738 |
| 2003 | 78,070 | 73.1% | 36,656 | 58,368 | 83,656 |
| 2002 | 65,634 | 71.6% | 39,342 | 60,344 | 85,060 |
| 2001 | 57,744 | 71.6% | 43,878 | 64,715 | 88,553 |
| 2000 | 10,364 | 70.8% | 47,365 | 66,593 | 89,521 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Ignis Last?
Based on 40,815 Suzuki Ignis vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Ignis Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Ignis MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Ignis
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.8% MOT pass rate from 1,376 tests
70.8% MOT pass rate from 10,364 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Ignis is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.8% across 1,376 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Ignis Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Ignis THIS CAR | 76.0% | 536,876 | 51,071 mi | 26 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Hyundai Tucson | 82.7% | 1,015,319 | 46,583 mi | 22 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Ignis sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Suzuki Ignis has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.0% across 536,876 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Ignis are brake pipe excessively corroded (14,088 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (13,981), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (9,823). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki Ignis with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Suzuki Ignis owner drives around 4,630 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki Ignis models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.