2013 Suzuki Splash 1.0L Petrol · VX63 WDR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the history reveals a worsening trend regarding front suspension and braking components. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 65,608 miles passed without defects, the immediate prior failure that day highlighted significant neglect. The tester flagged excessive wear on both the offside and nearside front lower suspension arm ball joints, alongside parking brake efficiency issues and lever movement. The fact that these faults were rectified only after a failure suggests the owner follows a reactive maintenance schedule rather than preventative care. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 65,608 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear from high mileage. Between 2022 and 2025, the vehicle covered 18,745 miles, yet the record shows persistent perishing and cracking of the rear tyres in 2023 and 2024. This indicates the car may have sat for long periods, causing the tyre compounds to age despite the low mileage. A buyer must inspect the front suspension assembly thoroughly to ensure the ball joint replacements made in 2025 were completed professionally. The previous report of play in the offside Macpherson strut top bush in 2024 suggests the front end is reaching a stage of life. The parking brake should be tested for consistent engagement, as the 2025 failure proves the system was previously out of adjustment or failing. Given the history of tyre perishing, a check for sidewall cracking on all tyres is essential, as the low mileage does not protect against structural failure of the rubber over time.