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MK09 DVL

2009 Suzuki Splash

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,818 mi
Last recorded97,818 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Splash45,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK09 DVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 97,818 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 96,156 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 94,516 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 94,515 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 92,396 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2023 92,395 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 88,393 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 84,036 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 81,312 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 81,311 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Parking brake has very little reserve travel remaining, may require adjustment or repair.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 73,300 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 66,787 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 66,786 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear center section , AT REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 59,331 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 50,910 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 50,909 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 44,347 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 44,347 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 38,501 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 28,678 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 17,219 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Splash?

Based on 286,838 MOT tests across 19,885 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
3,923
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
19,885
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 3,325
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MK09 DVL is a 2009 Suzuki Splash in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Splash models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 45,344 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Splash fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 3,325 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK09 DVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Splash typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Suzuki Splash is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MK09 DVL registered?

MK09 DVL is a 2009 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 9 March 2009.

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