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SD08 SHJ

2008 Suzuki Splash

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

113,642 mi
Last recorded113,642 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Splash49,919 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 SHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 113,642 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 113,642 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 110,573 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 106,707 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2022 102,997 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 98,898 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 96,359 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 93,851 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 90,735 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2017 88,305 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 85,113 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 85,113 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 81,040 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 81,039 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

front discs worn

Fail 21 Mar 2012 62,842 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

brake pedal anti-slip wearing

clatch pedal anti-slip missing

gearbox damp

nearside rear tyre v low tread

offside front door check strap insecure

offside rear tyre low tread

rear wiper inop

Pass 21 Mar 2012 62,842 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

brake pedal anti-slip wearing

clatch pedal anti-slip missing

gearbox damp

nearside rear tyre v low tread

offside front door check strap insecure

offside rear tyre low tread

rear wiper inop

Pass 16 Mar 2011 45,656 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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SD08 SHJ is a 2008 Suzuki Splash in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SD08 SHJ, 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 SD08 SHJ?

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What year was SD08 SHJ registered?

SD08 SHJ is a 2008 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is SD08 SHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD08 SHJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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