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R1 PLM

2009 Suzuki Splash

Turquoise Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,890 mi
Last recorded40,890 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Splash45,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 PLM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2009
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 40,890 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top strut mount . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear hoses. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 39,151 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 39,151 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 37,079 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 34,520 miles

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Both front suspension antiroll bar links, top joint covers, attached with cable ties, but prevent dirt access

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front suspension strut top mounts have lift when jacked up. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 30,419 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 27,333 miles

Nearside Front Play in McPherson strut top mount, not deemed excessive

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 23,377 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 18,961 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 15,500 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 12,024 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 10,878 miles

Both windscreen wiper split at end

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 9,514 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 9,514 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 7,994 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 6,379 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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R1 PLM is a 2009 Suzuki Splash in Turquoise with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R1 PLM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R1 PLM?

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What year was R1 PLM registered?

R1 PLM is a 2009 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 11 August 2009.

Is R1 PLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 PLM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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