2017 Suzuki Ignis 1.2L Petrol · SW17 JRV

The most recent DVSA examination on 9 December 2025 returned a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the vehicle met all statutory roadworthiness requirements at the time of test. It is worth noting that a prior test exactly six days earlier on 3 December 2025 resulted in a failure, again with no specific defects recorded against it, which strongly suggests a minor technical or administrative issue was addressed and successfully retested within the same week. The earlier pass on 17 December 2024 also followed a same-day failure and retest, following the same pattern as the 2025 outcome. Across the five recorded MOT events spanning late 2023 to late 2025, there is no evidence of recurring mechanical defects, advisories, or a deteriorating trend, and the maintenance pattern appears consistent and stable rather than worsening or improving. Against a vehicle age of approximately nine years, the recorded mileage of 17,284 miles equates to an annual average of around 1,920 miles, which is exceptionally low for a city-oriented supermini of this type. Such limited usage is indicative of predominantly short journeys or extended periods of standing, both of which carry their own mechanical consequences. Low annual mileage does not necessarily imply a well-preserved vehicle, as standing periods can accelerate corrosion on brake discs, promote binding or seized calipers, degrade the 12-volt battery through chronic shallow discharge cycles, and cause premature ageing of rubber components and lubricants independent of distance covered. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories does not remove the need for a thorough age-and-mileage-appropriate physical inspection. The tyres should be closely examined for sidewall perishing and cracking, which can occur even on low-wear tyres after several years of service, and the tread depth verified against legal and practical limits. The brake discs and calipers should be inspected for surface corrosion, particularly on the outer edges and inner faces, and the caliper slide pins and handbrake mechanism checked for free operation, as prolonged standing frequently leads to binding and uneven pad wear. The 12-volt battery warrants a load or voltage test, given the known susceptibility of infrequently used vehicles to sulphation and premature failure. All fluid systems, including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and the manual or automatic transmission oil where applicable, should be assessed for age-related degradation rather than solely mileage-based service intervals, as calendar ageing of brake fluid in particular can compromise boiling point and braking performance. During a test drive, particular attention should be paid to any suspension clonks or knocking over uneven road surfaces, which could indicate deteriorated anti-roll bar bushes, wishbone bushes, or top mounts exacerbated by standing rather than wear. The steering should be checked for any vagueness or knocking that might suggest perished front suspension components, and the brakes tested for shudder, pulling, or a high-effort pedal that could betray corroded discs or seized caliper pistons. Cold starting behaviour, idle quality, and any warning lights on the instrument cluster should be observed, as these can highlight issues arising from infrequent use such as failing sensors, stale fuel concerns, or a weakening battery. Finally, verifying the service book stamps and confirming that time-based items such as the cambelt if applicable, coolant, brake fluid, and spark plugs have been replaced in line with calendar intervals rather than purely mileage will be essential to ensuring this low-mileage Ignis remains sound and reliable for continued use.