Suzuki Splash Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Splash reliable? We analysed 286,838 real MOT tests across 19,885 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Splash is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Splash.
Suzuki Splash Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Splash. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Splash MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Splash to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Splash Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Splash fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Splash Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Splash models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Suzuki Splash Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Splash owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Splash MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Splash year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 604 | 84.4% | 15,162 | 27,188 | 41,740 |
| 2014 | 34,778 | 83.6% | 20,071 | 32,834 | 50,557 |
| 2013 | 44,103 | 82.1% | 22,550 | 37,120 | 56,128 |
| 2012 | 52,816 | 80.8% | 24,312 | 39,319 | 60,030 |
| 2011 | 25,903 | 76.5% | 24,695 | 41,092 | 62,103 |
| 2010 | 27,524 | 75.4% | 26,156 | 43,155 | 65,090 |
| 2009 | 55,369 | 74.1% | 27,235 | 45,344 | 68,182 |
| 2008 | 44,747 | 74.2% | 29,801 | 49,919 | 73,199 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Splash Last?
Based on 19,885 Suzuki Splash vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Splash Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Splash MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Splash
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.4% MOT pass rate from 604 tests
74.1% MOT pass rate from 55,369 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Splash is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.4% across 604 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Splash Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Splash THIS CAR | 78.1% | 286,838 | 41,171 mi | 18 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Rover 216 | 66.9% | 445,477 | 77,433 mi | 36 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Splash outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki SplashShould you buy a used Suzuki Splash?
The Suzuki Splash has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.1% across 286,838 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is coil spring broken with 3,325 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki Splash with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Suzuki Splash owner drives around 3,923 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki Splash models stay on UK roads for around 18 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.