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BJ08 FDG

2008 Suzuki Splash

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

42,318 mi
Last recorded42,318 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Splash49,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 FDG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 42,318 miles

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

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

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

hand brake high but has reserve travel

Fail 14 Nov 2025 42,318 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

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

hand brake high but has reserve travel

Pass 21 Jun 2024 28,957 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2024 28,957 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Steering linkage deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 27,472 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 25,420 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2020 25,420 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 24,292 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 22,055 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2018 22,054 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 20,955 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 9 May 2016 19,186 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 16,991 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 16,991 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 May 2014 14,362 miles

accident damage to rear offside of vehicle

Pass 16 May 2013 12,065 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 12,026 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 10 May 2012 10,051 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 7,479 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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BJ08 FDG is a 2008 Suzuki Splash in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 BJ08 FDG, 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 BJ08 FDG registered?

BJ08 FDG is a 2008 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is BJ08 FDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 FDG shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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