Suzuki Ignis (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 572 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

94%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1242cc Petrol

Great Choice

94% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 12 points above average.

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Petrol1242cc6 years old572 tests16k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1242cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

94% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Suzuki brand average of 82%.

94% of MOT tests on Suzuki Igniss from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 572 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 15,895 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models731st of 2,554(top half)

Rank among Suzuki models75th of 305(top 25%)

vs average of all models+12%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average+2%(92% avg)

vs Suzuki average+12%(82% avg)

Mileage Analysis

15,895

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Suzuki Ignis had 15,895 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Suzuki Ignis by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	100%	41	16,091 mi
2020	94%	572	15,895 mi
2019	91%	4,833	26,896 mi
2018	90%	9,125	31,878 mi
2017	87%	9,671	37,938 mi
2016	86%	423	43,616 mi
2007	71%	1,863	83,639 mi
2006	71%	1,645	84,644 mi
2005	69%	2,193	88,103 mi
2004	70%	2,108	90,356 mi
2003	70%	1,622	90,439 mi
2002	70%	1,084	91,142 mi
2001	72%	726	85,274 mi
2000	66%	82	83,994 mi

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About the 2020 Suzuki Ignis

The 2020 Suzuki Ignis is a small family car. Our records list a 1242cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 572 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all models from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 15,895 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Suzuki Ignis owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2020 Suzuki Ignis Fuel Costs

The 1242cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 Suzuki Ignis?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Suzuki Ignis Reliability Trend

Newer Suzuki Igniss pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 16 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2020 Suzuki Ignis

At 6 years old, the Suzuki Ignis offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2020 Suzuki Ignis stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Suzuki Ignis(2020)	94%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£1,853
Ford Fiesta(2018)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£223
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same
Vauxhall Corsa(2018)	85%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£150
Nissan Qashqai(2018)	87%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£73

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2020 Suzuki Ignis

Is the 2020 Suzuki Ignis reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 94% of MOT tests on 2020 Suzuki Igniss ended in a pass, from 572 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Suzuki Ignis cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Suzuki Ignis?

94% of 572 MOT tests on the 2020 Suzuki Ignis ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 731st of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (top half).

Which year Suzuki Ignis has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Suzuki Ignis has the highest MOT pass rate at 94% and the 2005 the lowest at 69%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2020 Suzuki Ignis?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Suzuki Ignis is 15,895 miles, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.