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AL52 ARP

2008 Vauxhall Combo

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

94,029 mi
Last recorded94,029 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Combo89,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL52 ARP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 94,029 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 89,739 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 84,435 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 81,023 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 76,865 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear and both rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 76,855 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear and both rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 71,723 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 23 Nov 2020 71,695 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter? (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Nov 2019 69,350 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2019 69,350 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter housing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 65,029 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 61,292 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 58,818 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 58,818 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 57,720 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 53,885 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 47,220 miles

n/s/r light lens cracked

Fail 22 Nov 2013 47,219 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/r light lens cracked

Pass 10 Jul 2013 42,018 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 37,613 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 37,613 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 24,866 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 24,866 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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AL52 ARP is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 89,762 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 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 AL52 ARP, 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 18 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AL52 ARP registered?

AL52 ARP is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is AL52 ARP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AL52 ARP 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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