Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip reliable?

Based on MOT data from 237 vehicles, the 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip (2020)

237 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.4% first-time pass rate

2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip

CarHunch analysed 237 real MOT records for the 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This Suzuki Ignis is a notably reliable performer, with a 92.6% first-time MOT pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are rare at just 5.1% of the fleet. The hybrid powertrain appears to be dependable, with the pass rate holding steady at 92.5% across the 234 hybrid examples in the dataset.

At a median mileage of 21,782 miles for a 2020 model, these cars are running light for their age, which partly explains the strong pass figures. Expect minimal failures (0.29 per vehicle on average) but be aware that advisories crop up regularly at 1.9 per car—typically minor wear items rather than structural concerns—so budget for routine maintenance even on a clean test.

We have limited data for the 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

93.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.29

Over 3.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

22k

Middle half: 14k–31k

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These stats describe 237 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 237 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (99%)	234	93.3%	0.29

Colour Breakdown

Based on 321 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 30.8%

Blue 26.5%

White 21.2%

Black 11.8%

Orange 9.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

21,782

typical

13,994

low mileage

31,014

high mileage

Half of all 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip vehicles fall between 13,994 and 31,014 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 13,994 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 13,994–31,014 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrips sit.

⚠ Over 41,868 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip — Still on the Road

Almost all 2020 Suzuki Ignis Sz5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrips are still on the road.

Strong survival — 225 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

3.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.29

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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