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DS08 KXP

2008 Suzuki Splash

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

54,584 mi
Last recorded54,584 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Splash49,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 KXP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 54,584 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

General underbody corrosion

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

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Reversing light inoperative

Fail 27 Sep 2025 54,584 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

General underbody corrosion

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Reversing light inoperative

Pass 20 Aug 2024 50,795 miles

General Under-body Corrosion

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

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 48,762 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 48,760 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 47,167 miles

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

general underbody heavily corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2021 45,007 miles

general under body corrosion

Fail 7 Sep 2021 45,007 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

general under body corrosion

Pass 3 Oct 2020 44,465 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 43,105 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 39,163 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 34,054 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 34,048 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 32,226 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 32,218 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 28,865 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 24,812 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 19,926 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 16,396 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 16,373 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 13,086 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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DS08 KXP is a 2008 Suzuki Splash in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 DS08 KXP, 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

How do I check the history of DS08 KXP?

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What year was DS08 KXP registered?

DS08 KXP is a 2008 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is DS08 KXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 KXP shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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