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BJ08 VGU

2008 Suzuki Splash

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

64,980 mi
Last recorded64,980 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Splash49,919 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 64,980 miles

rear seats folded flat

Fail 24 Nov 2025 64,980 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear back box (6.1.2 (a))

rear seats folded flat

Pass 25 Nov 2024 61,690 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 59,478 miles

clutch pedal high

mot done in very wet conditions

Fail 27 Nov 2023 59,471 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

clutch pedal high

mot done in very wet conditions

Pass 7 Nov 2022 57,312 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 57,309 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 54,959 miles

both rear brakes slight binding

Fail 8 Nov 2021 54,959 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

both rear brakes slight binding

Pass 6 Nov 2020 52,313 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 52,302 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 48,349 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 45,900 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 45,900 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2017 43,350 miles

Offside Rear tyre tread cracking

Pass 26 Apr 2016 39,872 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 39,870 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 34,412 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 29,663 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 25,778 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 21,776 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 21,776 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 17,292 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 VGU is a 2008 Suzuki Splash in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 BJ08 VGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ08 VGU registered?

BJ08 VGU is a 2008 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is BJ08 VGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 VGU shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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