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VN12 DFZ

2012 Suzuki Splash

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

37,083 mi
Last recorded37,083 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Splash39,319 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 DFZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 May 2026 37,083 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 May 2025 35,536 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2024 34,084 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 33,934 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 16 May 2023 31,653 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2022 30,145 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 30,111 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2021 28,279 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 26,793 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 25,192 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 25,192 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2018 22,783 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 17,961 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 79,181 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 May 2016 16,355 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 13,566 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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VN12 DFZ is a 2012 Suzuki Splash in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Splash models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 39,319 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 VN12 DFZ, 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 14 years old, this Suzuki Splash is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN12 DFZ registered?

VN12 DFZ is a 2012 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is VN12 DFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN12 DFZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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