2013 Suzuki Splash 1.2L Petrol · KW13 UGE

The 2013 Suzuki Splash presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent MOT, conducted on 26 May 2026 at 72,127 miles, passed but flagged four advisories, indicating a gradual accumulation of wear items rather than a sudden mechanical failure. Comparing this to the clean pass recorded on 30 May 2023 at 64,171 miles, the trend is clearly worsening. The vehicle has moved from a zero-defect test to multiple advisories covering braking and suspension components within a three-year window. This suggests the car has either seen increased use or deferred minor maintenance that has now surfaced as measurable wear. The mileage profile tells a specific story. Between the May 2023 test at 64,171 miles and the May 2026 test at 72,127 miles, the car covered 7,956 miles in three years, averaging roughly 2,652 miles annually. That is notably lower than the lifetime average of approximately 5,548 miles per year calculated over the vehicle's thirteen-year life. The period between May 2024 and May 2026 shows a similar subdued pace, with just 6,063 miles added across two years. This pattern points to either a change in ownership, reduced commuting use, or extended periods of inactivity. Low mileage can preserve certain components but also risks deterioration of rubber bushes, seals, and brake surfaces from lack of regular thermal cycling and use. The recurring advisory items deserve close attention. Front brake discs have appeared as worn or pitted in three consecutive tests, from May 2024 through May 2026, suggesting the discs have been at or near minimum thickness for at least two years. A buyer should inspect the disc lip depth, check for heat cracking, and verify whether pads have been replaced without disc renewal, a common cost-cutting measure. The suspension arm bushes on both sides have been flagged as worn in three consecutive tests since May 2025, with no record of replacement. This is a progressive issue. Worn bushes cause vague steering, uneven tyre wear, and can fail a future MOT if excessive movement develops. The offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover has also deteriorated across multiple tests, meaning the joint itself is likely exposed to contamination and may require replacement soon. The failed test on 28 May 2024 for a fractured offside front coil spring is a significant historical finding. The spring was clearly replaced before the retest passed on the same day, which is responsible remediation. However, a buyer should inspect the replacement spring for correct specification and check the nearside spring for matching condition, as uneven spring rates affect ride height and handling balance. The 2025 advisory regarding perishing tyres across all wheels also warrants a current inspection, particularly if the same tyres remain fitted. Low annual mileage combined with a thirteen-year age means rubber components, including tyres, may be approaching their service life regardless of remaining tread depth. A hands-on inspection of the underside for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and brake lines, is strongly recommended given the vehicle's age and the pattern of gradually accumulating advisories.