2006 Suzuki Ignis — MOT failures & pass rate
6,722 MOT tests on the 2006 Suzuki Ignis are in this dataset, and 72.9% of them passed. City cars of a similar age fail 28.8% of the time, so this is 1.7pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (14.0%) and lighting & signalling (12.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, rigid brake pipes and coil spring — headlamp aim alone was recorded 408 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 15.8% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 37.8% once past 150k — 2.4× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 38.3% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 14.0% | 939 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 12.3% | 827 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.4% | 634 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.3% | 426 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.9% | 394 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.9% | 329 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 408 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 403 |
| 3 | Coil spring | 344 |
| 4 | Wipers | 313 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 271 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 271 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 38.3% | 2,577 |
| 2 | Brakes | 34.3% | 2,307 |
| 3 | Tyres | 26.5% | 1,779 |
| 4 | Other defects | 22.2% | 1,490 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 14.2% | 955 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 14.0% | 941 |
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 | 253 | 15.8% |
| 30-60k | 1,459 | 22.7% |
| 60-90k | 2,367 | 26.9% |
| 90-120k | 1,913 | 30.2% |
| 120-150k | 587 | 31.0% |
| 150k+ | 143 | 37.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,735 | 27.5% |
| 2022 | 1,503 | 26.1% |
| 2023 | 1,347 | 26.5% |
| 2024 | 1,157 | 28.4% |
| 2025 | 980 | 27.1% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Ignis
On a 2006 Ignis, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (14.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (12.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (9.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2006 Suzuki Igniss pass their MOT?
72.9% of the 6,722 2006 Suzuki Ignis MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Suzuki Ignis?
Suspension, recorded in 14.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (12.3%).
Does the 2006 Ignis get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.8% in the 0-30k band to 37.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,722 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.