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EK09 LVJ

2009 Suzuki Splash

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

87,590 mi
Last recorded87,590 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Splash45,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK09 LVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 87,590 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 78,814 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2025 78,610 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 74,470 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 72,592 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 69,244 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top mount needs attention.

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Apr 2022 69,244 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top mount needs attention.

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Apr 2021 63,959 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 63,959 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Apr 2020 60,039 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 63,012 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 54,590 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 53,361 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 44,629 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 41,345 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 34,745 miles

Oil leak

front lower bumper trim insecure

Pass 21 Aug 2014 27,222 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 22,872 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 18,432 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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EK09 LVJ is a 2009 Suzuki Splash in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Splash models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 45,344 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 EK09 LVJ, 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 17 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 EK09 LVJ registered?

EK09 LVJ is a 2009 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is EK09 LVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK09 LVJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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