2013 Suzuki Splash 1.0L Petrol · PL13 AET

The Suzuki Splash in question presents a clean but puzzling MOT history, with the most recent tests in June 2025—just over a year ago—showing no defects on either the passed or failed attempts. Both the 2025 and 2024 tests, despite failing on the first attempt each time, ultimately passed without any advisories or defects recorded, suggesting the issues were administrative or minor enough to rectify swiftly. This pattern indicates a stable mechanical condition, though the repeated failures on the same test date in consecutive years (2024 and 2025) may hint at a tester’s inconsistency or a procedural oversight rather than recurring mechanical problems. The absence of any defects across all five tests underscores that, from a purely documentary standpoint, the vehicle has met all roadworthiness criteria when retested. The mileage accumulation of 87,148 miles over 13 years—averaging roughly 6,704 miles annually—aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, neither excessively high nor suspiciously low. The gaps between tests are standard, with the most recent MOT in June 2025 marking a full year since the previous one, and the 2023 test occurring nearly 12 months before the 2024 retest. There’s no evidence of rapid mileage buildup or prolonged inactivity, which would otherwise raise concerns about wear patterns or neglect. The consistency in mileage suggests the vehicle has been used regularly, though not aggressively, and has likely undergone routine servicing to maintain its roadworthy status. Given the absence of defects in the MOT history, a prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough pre-purchase inspection, focusing on components not routinely checked during MOTs. Particular attention should be paid to the suspension—specifically the condition of coil springs, dampers, and suspension bushes—since these wear items are not always flagged unless visibly damaged. The braking system, including calipers, brake discs, and hydraulic lines, should be inspected for binding, uneven wear, or fluid leaks, even though no issues were recorded in the MOTs. Structural integrity, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and the underbody, should be checked for corrosion or signs of past repairs, as rust progression can accelerate in coastal or harsh climates. While the MOT history is reassuring, these areas are critical for long-term reliability and safety.