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Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV reliable? We analysed 3,115 real MOT tests across 1,354 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,115 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.1%
Typical Mileage
17,846mi
Annual Mileage
4,349mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV.

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Number plates registered to a Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

96.8%
2023
93.4%
2022
94.4%
2021
93.2%
2020

Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23

Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,311 mi/yr
Typical
4,349 mi/yr
Average
5,268 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,252 mi/yr

Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 63 96.8% 11,461 15,994 21,573
2022 316 93.4% 9,956 16,624 24,546
2021 2,141 94.4% 11,088 17,872 26,535
2020 511 93.2% 10,686 17,809 28,452

How Long Does a Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV Last?

Based on 1,354 Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.3 years
Median
3.0 years

Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
17,846 mi
75th Percentile
26,569 mi
95th Percentile
45,405 mi
Max Recorded
90,325 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

96.8% MOT pass rate from 63 tests

Year to avoid
2020

93.2% MOT pass rate from 511 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.8% across 63 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 93.2% — 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 SZ3 Dualjet MHEV Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV THIS CAR 94.1% 3,115 17,846 mi — 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
BMW X2 XDRIVE20D Sport Auto 87.1% 2,504 35,971 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV?

The Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.1% across 3,115 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

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 SZ3 Dualjet MHEV 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 SZ3 Dualjet MHEV owner drives around 4,349 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.

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.

Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV reliable?
Based on 3,115 MOT tests, the Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV has a 94.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV do per year?
The typical Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV does around 4,349 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Ignis SZ3 Dualjet MHEV is 2023 with a 96.8% pass rate across 63 tests.