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Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV reliable? We analysed 2,977 real MOT tests across 1,433 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,977 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.4%
Typical Mileage
16,795mi
Annual Mileage
4,186mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Ignis SZ5 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 SZ5 Dualjet MHEV.

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Number plates registered to a Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

95.5%
2023
95%
2022
94.2%
2021
94%
2020

Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Ignis SZ5 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 SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Ignis SZ5 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
2,316 mi/yr
Typical
4,186 mi/yr
Average
5,101 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,828 mi/yr

Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 154 95.5% 8,204 13,350 19,670
2022 946 95.0% 10,346 15,998 23,554
2021 1,235 94.2% 10,890 16,795 24,854
2020 549 94.0% 12,003 18,655 26,654

How Long Does a Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Last?

Based on 1,433 Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.1 years
Median
3.0 years

Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
16,795 mi
75th Percentile
24,728 mi
95th Percentile
41,826 mi
Max Recorded
93,639 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV

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

Best year
2023

95.5% MOT pass rate from 154 tests

Year to avoid
2020

94.0% MOT pass rate from 549 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.5% across 154 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 94.0% — 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 SZ5 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 SZ5 Dualjet MHEV THIS CAR 94.4% 2,977 16,795 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
Hyundai I40 Active Blue Drive CRDI 83% 2,947 91,114 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV?

The Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.4% across 2,977 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 SZ5 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 SZ5 Dualjet MHEV owner drives around 4,186 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 SZ5 Dualjet MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV reliable?
Based on 2,977 MOT tests, the Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV has a 94.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV do per year?
The typical Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV does around 4,186 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Ignis SZ5 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 SZ5 Dualjet MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet MHEV is 2023 with a 95.5% pass rate across 154 tests.