Suzuki Splash MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Suzuki Splash. Check any Splash by registration number below.

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70.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-18.4%

vs Suzuki Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Suzuki Splash — MOT Reliability Overview

The Suzuki Splash has an average MOT pass rate of 70.0%, which is 18.4 percentage points below the Suzuki brand average of 88.4%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Splash on the road.

The most common reasons a Suzuki Splash fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. If you are preparing your Splash for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Suzuki Splash, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Suzuki Splash performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 136 vehicles

79.4%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

19.0%

Mileage at 10yr

56k mi

2014

Based on 7,067 vehicles

78.5%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

22.2%

Mileage at 10yr

78k mi

2013

Based on 8,054 vehicles

75.9%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

25.6%

Mileage at 10yr

82k mi

2012

Based on 8,612 vehicles

72.6%Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

5.1%

Retest Rate

27.0%

Mileage at 10yr

91k mi

2011

Based on 3,520 vehicles

64.5%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

6.2%

Retest Rate

34.0%

2010

Based on 3,382 vehicles

63.5%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

6.2%

Retest Rate

33.3%

2009

Based on 6,191 vehicles

61.2%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

5.7%

Retest Rate

34.3%

2008

Based on 4,402 vehicles

58.0%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

37.9%

0

Based on 23,240 vehicles

76.5%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

Top MOT Failures — Suzuki Splash

The most common reasons a Suzuki Splash fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

3.2%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.8%

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

2.7%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.5%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

2.4%

Suzuki Splash Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

7.4%

Front Nearside

5.9%

Rear

2.9%

Other Suzuki Models

Compare MOT reliability across Suzuki models.

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98.0% pass rate

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98.4% pass rate

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80.0% pass rate

Suzuki Dr-z400sm

90.4% pass rate

Suzuki RF

90.5% pass rate

Suzuki Swift

91.2% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Suzuki Splash

Suzuki Splash — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Suzuki Splash MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Splash?

The average MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Splash is 70.0% compared to the Suzuki average of 88.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Splash?

The most common MOT failures on the Suzuki Splash are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (3.2%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.8%), Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake (2.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Suzuki Splash reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 70.0%, the Suzuki Splash is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Suzuki Splash?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Suzuki Splash?

Typical mileage for the Suzuki Splash: 56,012 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Splash to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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