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AK52 VBG

2002 Vauxhall Combo

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

163,971 mi
Last recorded163,971 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Combo105,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 VBG
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 163,971 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 163,971 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 147,588 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 140,193 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 132,970 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 132,970 miles

Offside Front Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2012 126,013 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 118,780 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 15 Mar 2011 118,780 miles

Battery insecure

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 110,647 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 104,981 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 104,977 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2008 101,135 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 101,135 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 94,789 miles

front no plate cracked

slight play o/s/f lower ball joint

Pass 4 Apr 2006 78,201 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Combo?

Based on 3,223,564 MOT tests across 261,854 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
7,064
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
261,854
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 161,120
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 88,653
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 85,078
coil spring broken 76,968
Registration plate lamp not working 73,243
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AK52 VBG is a 2002 Vauxhall Combo in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2002 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 105,191 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Combo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 161,120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK52 VBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Combo typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 24 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK52 VBG registered?

AK52 VBG is a 2002 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is AK52 VBG safe to buy?

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