2018 Suzuki Ignis 1.2L Petrol · WR18 HKC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of suspension and steering wear. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 58,632 miles passed with only an advisory for a nearside front tyre, the historical data shows recurring issues with front mechanical components. The overall trend is stable in terms of passing, yet it indicates a pattern where the owner only addresses faults as they approach a failure threshold rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 58,632 miles over eight years, the Ignis averages approximately 7,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a small city car. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with intervals of roughly 4,000 to 6,000 miles between annual tests from 2022 to 2026. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, though the low annual mileage does not have prevented the degradation of rubber-based components like bushes and dust covers as seen in the test records. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the steering and front suspension assembly. The offside play in the steering rack inner joints was flagged in 2023 and 2025, requiring a close check to ensure this has been rectified and is not progressing. Additionally, the repeated reports of worn suspension arm bushes and damaged track rod end dust covers in 2025 suggest the front-end geometry is nearing the end of its service life. The uneven tyre wear noted in 2022 and 2026 also indicates potential alignment issues that should be verified to prevent premature tyre replacement.