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BJ08 XGO

2008 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,860 mi
Last recorded115,860 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Combo89,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 XGO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 115,860 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 113,094 miles

Front wipers split

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 110,104 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 107,675 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 105,665 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 102,976 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 100,104 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 97,245 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wear on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 92,564 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 92,551 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 85,553 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 78,563 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 74,878 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 74,878 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 69,047 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 62,356 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 48,933 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 34,845 miles

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

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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BJ08 XGO is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BJ08 XGO, 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 BJ08 XGO registered?

BJ08 XGO is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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