2013 Suzuki Splash 1.0L Petrol · FG13 XWP

The Suzuki Splash presents a generally sound roadworthiness profile, with the most recent test conducted on 3 June 2026 at 88,334 miles resulting in a clean pass. The maintenance trend appears stable and largely resolving. A failed test on 27 May 2025 at 84,044 miles flagged an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint and a parking brake efficiency deficiency, both of which were rectified before the subsequent pass on the same day. The current advisories are minor, comprising a dim offside number plate light, a discoloured rear indicator, and slight cracking or perishing on the nearside rear tyre. These are low-level cosmetic and consumable items rather than indicators of serious mechanical neglect, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in reasonable order. The mileage accumulation is broadly consistent with typical use for a 13-year-old vehicle. Between the June 2023 test at 67,857 miles and the May 2025 test at 84,044 miles, the car covered approximately 16,187 miles in just under two years, equating to roughly 8,000 miles annually. The most recent annual increment from May 2025 to June 2026 shows a further 4,288 miles, indicating a slight reduction in usage but nothing that raises concern about long-term standing or storage damage. The record is complete with no notable gaps, and the steady odometer progression supports a pattern of regular, everyday driving rather than sporadic high-mileage bursts. A buyer conducting an in-person inspection should focus on the front suspension and braking components, as these have drawn the most significant tester attention historically. The May 2025 failure for an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint is the most serious defect on record. Although repaired, it warrants a close visual check of both front suspension arms, ball joints, and track rod ends for play or deterioration, along with an assessment of front tyre wear patterns that might indicate misalignment following the repair. The parking brake deficiency flagged in the same test should be tested on an incline to confirm it holds firmly. Front brake discs were noted as worn in May 2024, so their current thickness and condition should be verified. The nearside rear tyre showing cracking or perishing should be replaced before purchase if not already done, and the offside rear indicator lens should be examined for water ingress. Given the vehicle's age, an underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points, brake lines, and the exhaust system, remains prudent despite no corrosion-related advisories appearing on the record.