2022 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 977 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 97.1% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 2.5% | 24 |
| 2 | Tyres | 1.1% | 11 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 8 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.6% | 6 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 3 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 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 | 26 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 9 |
| 3 | Washers | 6 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 5 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 4 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 3 |
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 | 18.2% | 178 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.3% | 32 |
| 3 | Other defects | 2.7% | 26 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.9% | 9 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.8% | 8 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.2% | 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 | 860 | 2.0% |
| 30-60k | 112 | 9.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 43 | 0.0% |
| 2025 | 933 | 3.0% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev
Before buying a 2022 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 2.5% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (2.5% 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 (1.1% 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 (0.8% 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 2022 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhevs pass their MOT?
97.1% of the 977 2022 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 2.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev?
Visibility, recorded in 2.5% of tests, followed by tyres (1.1%).
Does the 2022 Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.0% in the 0-30k band to 9.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 977 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.