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AC08 LPJ

2008 Suzuki Splash

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

70,299 mi
Last recorded70,299 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Splash49,919 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 LPJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 70,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2025 70,299 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 69,498 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 69,042 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 68,609 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 68,141 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 67,639 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 67,639 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 66,960 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 65,207 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15H (5.2.3 (e))

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

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Fail 11 Jun 2018 65,207 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15H (5.2.3 (e))

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

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Fail 27 Apr 2018 65,187 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 60,171 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 54,583 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 28 Apr 2016 54,583 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2015 45,601 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 15 May 2014 37,067 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 37,067 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Pass 29 May 2013 30,941 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 26,489 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 26,487 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2011 17,784 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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AC08 LPJ is a 2008 Suzuki Splash in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Splash models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 49,919 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 AC08 LPJ, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki Splash is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AC08 LPJ registered?

AC08 LPJ is a 2008 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AC08 LPJ safe to buy?

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