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Suzuki Splash SZ3 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Splash SZ3 reliable? We analysed 1,054 real MOT tests across 158 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,054 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.2%
Typical Mileage
44,264mi
Annual Mileage
4,503mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Splash SZ3 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Splash SZ3.

Suzuki Splash SZ3 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Splash SZ3. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Splash SZ3 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Splash SZ3 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,532 mi/yr
Typical
4,503 mi/yr
Average
5,350 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,103 mi/yr

Suzuki Splash SZ3 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Splash SZ3 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
44,264 mi
75th Percentile
64,059 mi
95th Percentile
100,425 mi
Max Recorded
180,259 mi

How Does the Suzuki Splash SZ3 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Splash SZ3 THIS CAR 86.2% 1,054 44,264 mi — 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
Vauxhall Grandland X Ultimate Turbo 91.5% 402 23,792 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Splash SZ3 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Splash SZ3?

The Suzuki Splash SZ3 has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.2% across 1,054 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Suzuki Splash SZ3 owner drives around 4,503 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.

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.

Suzuki Splash SZ3 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Splash SZ3 reliable?
Based on 1,054 MOT tests, the Suzuki Splash SZ3 has a 86.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Splash SZ3?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Splash SZ3 do per year?
The typical Suzuki Splash SZ3 does around 4,503 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Splash SZ3 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Splash SZ3?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.