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VX08 VLM

2008 Suzuki Splash

Turquoise Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

59,127 mi
Last recorded59,127 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Splash49,919 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 VLM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSplash
Year2008
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 59,127 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2025 59,127 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

rear wiper blade worn

Fail 19 Sep 2025 59,098 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear visible rigid pipes greased. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust corroded.

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 56,729 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 56,729 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.13 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 55,464 miles

Offside Front top strut mount play in mount

Fail 3 Jan 2024 55,463 miles

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

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

Offside Front top strut mount play in mount

Pass 3 Jan 2023 53,084 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 50,727 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Dec 2021 50,725 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 48,566 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 47,478 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 45,172 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both rear tyres perishing on outer walls

Pass 20 Dec 2017 42,395 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 42,395 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2016 41,063 miles

Nearside Front spring just starting to corrode

Offside Rear tyre just starting to perish

Pass 4 Jan 2016 388,824 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 36,061 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 33,489 miles

N/s/r tyre tread perishing.

Pass 7 Jan 2013 30,519 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 26,935 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 20,294 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 20,286 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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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VX08 VLM is a 2008 Suzuki Splash in Turquoise with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 VX08 VLM, 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 VX08 VLM registered?

VX08 VLM is a 2008 Suzuki Splash, first registered on 7 June 2008.

Is VX08 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 VLM shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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