2020 Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet Shvs 1.2L Hybrid electric · SA20 HPV

The 2020 Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet SHVS holds a valid MOT pass dated 26 March 2026 at 64,966 miles, but the maintenance trend is clearly worsening. The two most recent tests both flagged tyre condition advisories, and the 2025 test also identified a worn front brake disc. A clean bill of health in February 2024 and March 2023 suggests the vehicle was well maintained for the first three years of testing, yet the sudden reappearance of multiple advisories in consecutive years points to a lapse in basic preventive care. The record does not indicate any dangerous structural corrosion or major mechanical failure, but the pattern is no longer stable. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 10,800 miles per year, which is typical for a small petrol hybrid of this age. The intervals between tests show a steady climb from 36,977 miles in March 2023 to 40,821 miles by February 2024, then a sharper jump to 52,525 miles by March 2025 and finally 64,966 miles in March 2026. That acceleration in the last two years suggests heavier use, which makes the recurring tyre and brake wear more understandable but also more concerning. Components that should last longer under normal use are deteriorating sooner than expected. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the tyre sidewalls and tread depth across all four wheels, paying close attention to the nearside rear, which had a nail in March 2026. Cracking and perishing on multiple tyres indicate age-related rubber degradation or underinflation, and the front tyres were already close to the legal limit in 2025. The front brake disc advisory from the same year warrants measuring disc thickness and checking for lipping, uneven wear, or a binding caliper. Rear brake condition should also be verified, as binding rear brakes are a common issue on this platform and can accelerate tyre wear. Beyond the flagged items, inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, particularly at the rear, where extra load from the hybrid battery can accelerate wear. Check the underside for corrosion on the exhaust system and mounting points, and confirm that the hybrid battery health indicator shows no degradation warnings. The MOT record alone does not reveal structural rust or drivetrain faults, but the recent advisories suggest the previous owner deferred basic upkeep. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician is strongly recommended before committing.