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BG08 YMM

2008 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,386 mi
Last recorded143,386 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2014
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Combo89,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 YMM
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2014 143,386 miles

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

both front wiper blades deteriorated

both rear brake discs worn

damage to nearside rear light lens

Pass 9 Apr 2013 112,048 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 May 2012 96,931 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 96,931 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 6 May 2011 66,591 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Fail 5 May 2011 66,591 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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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BG08 YMM is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BG08 YMM, 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 BG08 YMM registered?

BG08 YMM is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is BG08 YMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 YMM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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