2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Shvs — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,137 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Shvs, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 94.9% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.9% | 201 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.8% | 116 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 37 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.5% | 21 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 10 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.1% | 6 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 218 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 73 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 41 |
| 4 | Washers | 39 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 21 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 10 |
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 | 22.9% | 946 |
| 2 | Other defects | 4.3% | 177 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.1% | 171 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.0% | 125 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.4% | 58 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 27 |
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 | 3,192 | 4.4% |
| 30-60k | 880 | 7.7% |
| 60-90k | 56 | 3.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 42 | 4.8% |
| 2023 | 1,392 | 4.7% |
| 2024 | 1,356 | 5.5% |
| 2025 | 1,347 | 5.2% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Shvs
Before buying a 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Shvs, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.9% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.9% 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 (2.8% 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 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Shvss pass their MOT?
94.9% of the 4,137 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Shvs MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Shvs?
Visibility, recorded in 4.9% of tests, followed by tyres (2.8%).
Does the 2020 Ignis Sz-T Dualjet Shvs get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.4% in the 0-30k band to 3.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,137 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.