SUZUKI IGNIS MOT pass rate
84.3% of 40,636 SUZUKI IGNIS MOT tests pass.
The IGNIS has a pass rate of 84.3%, a little higher than the average across all SUZUKI models (79.9%).
The SUZUKI IGNIS passes its MOT 84.3% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the SUZUKI IGNIS tested at 0–3 years pass 97.2% of the time, compared with just 61.3% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 97.2% | 4,248 | 14,732 miles |
| 3–6 years | 91.7% | 16,331 | 25,060 miles |
| 6–10 years | 86.0% | 11,523 | 36,568 miles |
| 10–15 years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 61.3% | 8,533 | 86,822 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the SUZUKI IGNIS
The most common reason the SUZUKI IGNIS fails its MOT is suspension — present in 43.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Fractured or broken".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 43.6% | Fractured or broken |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 35.0% | Not working |
| Brakes | 31.2% | Excessively corroded |
| Visibility | 23.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 21.2% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Body, chassis, structure | 9.0% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 7.4% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Steering | 4.8% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.1% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.1% | Inscription illegible |
Related SUZUKI models
- SUZUKI SWIFT — 79.7% pass rate
- SUZUKI VITARA — 90.1% pass rate
- SUZUKI ALTO — 74.2% pass rate
- SUZUKI SX4 — 75.8% pass rate
- SUZUKI CELERIO — 90.2% pass rate
- SUZUKI JIMNY — 74.8% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the SUZUKI IGNIS?
- 84.3% of SUZUKI IGNIS MOT tests pass, based on 40,636 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the SUZUKI IGNIS?
- The most common reason the SUZUKI IGNIS fails its MOT is suspension — present in 43.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Fractured or broken".
- Does this show the SUZUKI IGNIS's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the SUZUKI service history guide for how to check and keep one.