2021 Suzuki Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,391 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Suzuki Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 95.9% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.2% | 100 |
| 2 | Tyres | 1.6% | 39 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 21 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.7% | 16 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.2% | 4 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.1% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 111 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 19 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 17 |
| 4 | Washers | 11 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 9 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 5 |
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 | 21.4% | 512 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.3% | 78 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.1% | 74 |
| 4 | Other defects | 3.0% | 73 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.5% | 36 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 8 |
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 | 2,018 | 3.5% |
| 30-60k | 353 | 7.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 35 | 2.9% |
| 2024 | 1,145 | 2.7% |
| 2025 | 1,211 | 5.5% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Mhev
Before buying a 2021 Suzuki Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.2% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.2% 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 (1.6% 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 (0.9% 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 2021 Suzuki Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Mhevs pass their MOT?
95.9% of the 2,391 2021 Suzuki Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Suzuki Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Mhev?
Visibility, recorded in 4.2% of tests, followed by tyres (1.6%).
Does the 2021 Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.5% in the 0-30k band to 7.9% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,391 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.