2014 Suzuki Splash 1.0L Petrol · LG14 EAW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its latest MOT in April 2026 at 102,883 miles with no recorded defects. This follows a positive trend of maintenance after a period of significant mechanical wear noted in previous years. While the history shows several recurring suspension and electrical issues, the clean result from the two most recent tests suggests that the current owner is addressing identified faults before they escalate into critical failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between January 2020 and 2026, where the car covered over 52,000 miles, compared to the much lower-use intervals seen between 2017 and 2019. This suggests the vehicle has transitioned from low-intensity use to more frequent daily driving, which explains the accelerated wear on rubber components and suspension bushings seen in the later records. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry, as this area has shown persistent weaknesses. The 2024 test flagged play in the anti-roll bar ball joints and the Macpherson strut ball joint, alongside severely deteriorated suspension arm dust covers. Although these were cleared in the subsequent test, the recurring nature of these faults indicates the front-end components are under high stress. The rear shock absorbers, which showed misting of oil in 2024, should be checked for active leaks that would indicate loss of damping efficiency. Electrical systems and consumables also merit attention based on the history of inoperative stop lamps, registration lights, and defective wiper blades. While the vehicle currently passes without defects, the buyer should verify all lighting elements are functional and the wiper motor operates smoothly. Given the age and mileage, a thorough check of the chassis for corrosion on the sills is essential, as the records do not explicitly detail structural integrity over time.