2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,293 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 95.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 2.9% | 38 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.4% | 31 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 13 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.4% | 5 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.2% | 3 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.1% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 44 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 15 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 10 |
| 4 | Washers | 5 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 4 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 4 |
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 | 21.3% | 276 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.3% | 68 |
| 3 | Other defects | 2.3% | 30 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.1% | 27 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.9% | 12 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 9 |
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 | 979 | 3.5% |
| 30-60k | 294 | 5.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 437 | 5.0% |
| 2024 | 428 | 4.0% |
| 2025 | 426 | 3.8% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev
Before buying a 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 2.9% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (2.9% 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 (2.4% 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 (1.0% 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 Sz5 Dualjet Mhevs pass their MOT?
95.8% of the 1,293 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev?
Visibility, recorded in 2.9% of tests, followed by tyres (2.4%).
Does the 2020 Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.5% in the 0-30k band to 5.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,293 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.