2013 Suzuki Splash 1.0L Petrol · YA62 KOU

The most recent DVSA examination on 10 February 2026 returned a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, and this clean outcome is consistent with every prior test on file going back to February 2022. Across five consecutive annual examinations there is a complete absence of advisories, advisory notes, or failure items, indicating a stable and well-maintained mechanical trend rather than any progressive deterioration in components such as braking, suspension, lighting, or exhaust systems. From an MOT-history perspective alone, this vehicle presents a reassuring pattern of compliance, suggesting that the owner has addressed wear items either proactively or as part of routine servicing before they reached pass-fail thresholds. The recorded mileage of 27,915 miles on a 2013 Suzuki Splash equates to an annual average of roughly 2,147 miles, which is substantially below the typical usage profile for a vehicle of this age and is consistent with low-mileage second-car or short-journey use. Such low annual mileage can equally indicate periods of inactivity, particularly if the vehicle has stood for extended intervals between MoT tests, and although the mileage gaps between annual tests appear broadly consistent at around two to three thousand miles per year, this pattern warrants particular attention to time-related degradation rather than purely distance-related wear. Given the clean MOT record combined with the low usage profile, a prospective buyer should focus on age-related deterioration rather than component failure history. Tyres should be physically inspected for sidewall perishing, cracking, and ozone-related degradation, as rubber compounds harden with age regardless of tread depth, and any tyre manufactured before 2020 should be regarded with caution even if the tread exceeds the legal minimum. Brake discs and calipers are prone to surface corrosion and seizing when a vehicle is used predominantly for short trips or left standing, so the calipers should be checked for smooth operation, the discs examined for any lip corrosion or pitting around the outer edge, and a firm brake pedal feel confirmed on the test drive with attention for shuddering under braking. The 12V battery is another priority, as prolonged periods of low use lead to sulphation and reduced capacity; a load test or battery condition report from a specialist would be prudent. Finally, all fluid services should be verified by service book stamps or invoices, as engine coolant, brake fluid, and automatic or manual transmission fluid all degrade by calendar age, with brake fluid in particular being hygroscopic and typically requiring renewal every two to three years irrespective of mileage. A thorough road test should also include checks for any suspension clonks over speed humps, uneven tyre wear indicating alignment or bush wear, and signs of exhaust corrosion or blowing that may not have manifested at MoT time but are common on low-use city cars of this vintage.