2019 Suzuki Ignis Sz3 Dualjet Shvs — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 295 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Suzuki Ignis Sz3 Dualjet Shvs, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 97.0% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 3.7% | 11 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 3 |
| 3 | Tyres | 0.7% | 2 |
| 4 | Steering | 0.7% | 2 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 12 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 3 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 1 |
| 4 | Washers | 1 |
| 5 | Steering wheel | 1 |
| 6 | Side repeaters | 1 |
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 | 29.8% | 88 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.4% | 10 |
| 3 | Other defects | 3.0% | 9 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.7% | 8 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.7% | 5 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 2 |
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 | 219 | 2.7% |
| 30-60k | 70 | 4.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 70 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | 72 | 2.8% |
| 2024 | 77 | 5.2% |
| 2025 | 76 | 4.0% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Ignis Sz3 Dualjet Shvs
Before buying a 2019 Suzuki Ignis Sz3 Dualjet Shvs, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 3.7% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (3.7% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (0.7% 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.
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 2019 Suzuki Ignis Sz3 Dualjet Shvss pass their MOT?
97.0% of the 295 2019 Suzuki Ignis Sz3 Dualjet Shvs MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 3.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Suzuki Ignis Sz3 Dualjet Shvs?
Visibility, recorded in 3.7% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.0%).
Does the 2019 Ignis Sz3 Dualjet Shvs get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.7% in the 0-30k band to 4.3% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 295 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.