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HJ08 YSW

2008 Suzuki Splash

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,879 mi
Last recorded120,879 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Splash49,919 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 YSW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 120,879 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear and close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2025 120,879 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear and close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 111,092 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped in middle (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 99,539 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 24 Apr 2023 99,539 miles

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

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

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

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

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 93,633 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 86,272 miles

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

Front bumper damaged

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 80,134 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 75,579 miles

Handbrake reserve travel near to excess

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 29 Jan 2018 67,352 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 62,505 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 56,974 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 56,974 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 51,418 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 47,755 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 42,444 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 33,708 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 26,243 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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HJ08 YSW is a 2008 Suzuki Splash in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HJ08 YSW, 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 HJ08 YSW registered?

HJ08 YSW is a 2008 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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The MOT history for HJ08 YSW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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