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BJ53 NYL

2003 Vauxhall Combo

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,755 mi
Last recorded91,755 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Combo94,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 NYL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 91,755 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 91,659 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.06 (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 4.41% (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive 255ppm (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling is insecure split pin missing (2.5.C.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is insecure split pin missing (2.5.C.1c)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides of van (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 90,423 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 90,423 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 87,685 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 86,555 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 86,555 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 100,092 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 68,568 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 50,276 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 40,525 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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BJ53 NYL is a 2003 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 94,659 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 BJ53 NYL, 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 23 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ53 NYL registered?

BJ53 NYL is a 2003 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 14 October 2003.

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