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BN08 XMC

2008 Vauxhall Combo

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

116,916 mi
Last recorded116,916 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Combo89,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 XMC
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 116,916 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 113,323 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 109,828 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 107,002 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 104,453 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 101,135 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2020 101,135 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 90,187 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 86,999 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust silencer outer skin is corroded but main body seems sound

Pass 5 Apr 2017 81,945 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 76,411 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 70,877 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 61,646 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 53,331 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 43,205 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 42,907 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 33,404 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 33,404 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

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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BN08 XMC is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo in Blue with a 1,248cc 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 BN08 XMC, 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 BN08 XMC registered?

BN08 XMC is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is BN08 XMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 XMC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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