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AO08 PTU

2008 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

151,964 mi
Last recorded151,964 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Combo89,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 PTU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2018 151,964 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 144,791 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 6 Jun 2017 144,790 miles

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords out side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (4.1.D.1b)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2016 136,834 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 126,370 miles

front screen has a crack but does not affect drivers view of the road

Pass 20 Jun 2014 115,256 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 103,617 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 103,617 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 85,990 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 27 Jun 2011 68,709 miles

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

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

slit to inner sidewall of O/S/F tyre

Fail 27 Jun 2011 68,709 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

slit to inner sidewall of O/S/F tyre

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
Full Vauxhall Combo reliability report

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AO08 PTU is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AO08 PTU, 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

How do I check the history of AO08 PTU?

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What year was AO08 PTU registered?

AO08 PTU is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 5 August 2008.

Is AO08 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 PTU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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