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SV08 DXM

2008 Suzuki Splash

Turquoise Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

40,296 mi
Last recorded40,296 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Splash49,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 DXM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2008
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 40,296 miles

under the chassis body sealant applied

Pass 1 May 2024 37,569 miles

STEERING (pulling slightly to left)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front EXHAUST MANIFOLD FLANGE SLIGHTLY DETERIORATED

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material AT SIDE OF TANK, AT CONNECTION WITH FLEXIBLE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. NOT LOCKING (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair BOTH SIDES NOT LOCKING (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 34,347 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLANGE RUSTED & BREAKING UP (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material AT SIDE OF FUEL TANK (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. NOT LOCKING (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 34,347 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLANGE RUSTED & BREAKING UP (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material AT SIDE OF FUEL TANK (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. NOT LOCKING (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2022 29,606 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLANGE ON FRONT PIPE DETERIORATED (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. NOT LOCKING (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 May 2022 29,606 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLANGE ON FRONT PIPE DETERIORATED (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. NOT LOCKING (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 25,952 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 25,952 miles

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened SPRING CUPS RUSTED & HOLED BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

OIL LEAK (filter rusted)

Pass 23 Jun 2020 25,449 miles

ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING(slightly deteriorated, stiff to offside)

Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES TOP SPRING CUPS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 23 Jun 2020 25,449 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING(slightly deteriorated, stiff to offside)

Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES TOP SPRING CUPS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 14 May 2019 23,907 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2019 23,907 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2018 21,729 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 19,101 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules BOTH (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 5 May 2017 19,101 miles

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded BOTH (3.6.B.4e)

Central Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules BOTH (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 9 May 2016 16,823 miles

BOOT LOCK STIFF

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules BOTH REAR (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 21 May 2015 14,227 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 14,227 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 11,748 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 10,391 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 9,056 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 6,721 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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SV08 DXM is a 2008 Suzuki Splash in Turquoise with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 SV08 DXM, 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.

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What year was SV08 DXM registered?

SV08 DXM is a 2008 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is SV08 DXM safe to buy?

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