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FY09 XBH

2009 Suzuki Splash

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

51,837 mi
Last recorded51,837 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Splash45,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 XBH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 51,837 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2026 51,836 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 51,125 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2024 51,121 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 48,913 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2023 48,856 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 46,264 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 42,978 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 42,943 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 41,705 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 41,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 40,544 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 40,544 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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 4 Jul 2018 38,424 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 38,424 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested due to excess exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Advise handbrake efficiency on minimum limit

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Travel high (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 35,986 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 32,251 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 28,794 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 27,151 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 23,207 miles

Both rear tyres cracked and perished

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 18,721 miles

N/S/F Tyre has cut on inside sidewall

Pass 22 Mar 2012 14,478 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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FY09 XBH is a 2009 Suzuki Splash in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 FY09 XBH, 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.

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What year was FY09 XBH registered?

FY09 XBH is a 2009 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 24 April 2009.

Is FY09 XBH safe to buy?

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