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BK08 SDO

2008 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

271,996 mi
Last recorded271,996 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Combo89,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 SDO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2014 271,996 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 203,399 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 203,366 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 192,239 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 181,420 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 181,395 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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BK08 SDO 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 BK08 SDO, 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 BK08 SDO registered?

BK08 SDO is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is BK08 SDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 SDO 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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