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EF08 VBC

2008 Suzuki Splash

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,626 mi
Last recorded26,626 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Splash49,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 VBC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 26,626 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 25,423 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Original tyre (16 years old) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 24,239 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 22,877 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2022 22,877 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2021 21,256 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both o/s and n/s top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 20,066 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 19,400 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2018 17,144 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 15,297 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 12,981 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 11,426 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 10,122 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 8,876 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 8,876 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 7,409 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 5,999 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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EF08 VBC is a 2008 Suzuki Splash in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EF08 VBC, 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 EF08 VBC?

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What year was EF08 VBC registered?

EF08 VBC is a 2008 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is EF08 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 VBC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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