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AV08 VML

2008 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

181,816 mi
Last recorded181,816 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Combo89,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 VML
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 181,816 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 178,246 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 169,705 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 165,259 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 158,691 miles

rear axle bushes worn

Pass 22 Jul 2019 152,428 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2019 152,428 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 141,463 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 127,561 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 108,388 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 93,026 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 74,268 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 64,356 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 52,543 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 40,580 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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AV08 VML is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AV08 VML, 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.

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What year was AV08 VML registered?

AV08 VML is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 3 July 2008.

Is AV08 VML safe to buy?

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