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FM08 FOJ

2008 Suzuki Splash

Grey Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,327 mi
Last recorded74,327 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Splash49,919 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 FOJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 74,327 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHLTY PITTED

BOTH FRONT TYRES FEATHERING ON EDGES

Fail 3 Mar 2025 74,327 miles

Headlamp aim too high BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHTS (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHLTY PITTED

BOTH FRONT TYRES FEATHERING ON EDGES

Pass 24 Aug 2023 65,107 miles

Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced Both fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Middle and back exhaust corroded.

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both fronts and rears ( corroded) (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 65,107 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened Both fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded AS MARKED (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded AS MARKED (1.1.11 (c))

Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced Both fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Middle and back exhaust corroded.

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both fronts and rears ( corroded) (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 59,386 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2022 59,386 miles

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

Offside Front Steering arm fractured inner track rod (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 53,194 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various parts of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2021 53,194 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various parts of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 52,144 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 50,689 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 49,205 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 47,908 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 46,366 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 43,854 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 41,462 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 38,753 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 34,590 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 30,764 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

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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FM08 FOJ is a 2008 Suzuki Splash in Grey with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FM08 FOJ, 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 FM08 FOJ registered?

FM08 FOJ is a 2008 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 22 August 2008.

Is FM08 FOJ safe to buy?

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