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FY08 XPV

2008 Suzuki Splash

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

156,443 mi
Last recorded156,443 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Splash49,919 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 XPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 156,443 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2024 156,443 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 146,374 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 137,423 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 137,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2021 125,651 miles

Auxiliary belt is worn

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes close to diesel tank are corroded slightly and covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 May 2021 125,644 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear compliance bush has broken its bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear compliance bush has broken its bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Auxiliary belt is worn

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes close to diesel tank are corroded slightly and covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 May 2020 114,635 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 114,627 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2019 106,689 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 96,765 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 86,511 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Door mirror glass broken

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 15 Mar 2017 86,511 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 77,263 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view Door (8.1.2a)

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)

Fail 23 Mar 2016 77,263 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view Door (8.1.2a)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 62,447 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 47,032 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 46,914 miles

offside rear tyre slightly perished in tread

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2013 41,959 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 22,653 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 13,181 miles

screw in osr tyre tread

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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FY08 XPV is a 2008 Suzuki Splash in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FY08 XPV, 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 FY08 XPV?

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What year was FY08 XPV registered?

FY08 XPV is a 2008 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FY08 XPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 XPV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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