2018 Suzuki Ignis 1.2L Hybrid electric · WD18 RJZ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 77,783 miles secured a pass despite a damaged windscreen and a minor nearside oil leak, the record shows a failure just one month prior at 76,954 miles due to a non-functional offside side repeater and the same windscreen damage. This suggests the owner only addresses specific faults when necessitated by an impending MOT failure. At 77,783 miles over eight years, the Ignis has averaged approximately 9,700 miles per annum, which aligns with typical national averages for a city car. The data shows consistent usage, with a jump of 13,050 miles recorded between the October 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 13,400 miles covered between 2024 and 2025. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which helps prevent internal degradation of mechanical components. A buyer must scrutinize the steering system, as the 2024 test flagged play in the steering rack inner joints at 63,365 miles. While this was likely repaired to achieve the pass, steering components are prone to wear at this mileage. Furthermore, the 2023 report noted pitted and scored front brake discs along with worn tyres, indicating a history of neglecting consumable items until they reached legal limits. The current oil leak should be monitored for severity, as it was only deemed not excessive by the tester. The nearside oil leak identified in the October 2025 test requires a physical inspection to determine if it is a simple seal failure or a more significant engine leak. Given the previous issues with brakes and steering components, a thorough check of the undercarriage for corrosion is also advisable to ensure no further structural weaknesses have developed. The overall history reflects a car that is functional but requires close attention to routine mechanical maintenance.