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LC08 YJU

2008 Suzuki Splash

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

90,178 mi
Last recorded90,178 miles
Recorded on14 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Splash49,919 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 YJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 May 2026 90,178 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2025 82,591 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 82,573 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 75,036 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 63,294 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 60,649 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2022 60,589 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front bumper damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 57,805 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight play on both front upper suspension

Fail 24 Feb 2021 57,805 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight play on both front upper suspension

Pass 21 Mar 2020 56,547 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened bothside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 56,189 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 56,090 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 53,251 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 50,040 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 46,561 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 43,420 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 39,696 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 32,981 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 24,202 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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LC08 YJU is a 2008 Suzuki Splash in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LC08 YJU, 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 LC08 YJU registered?

LC08 YJU is a 2008 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 16 June 2008.

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The MOT history for LC08 YJU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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