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BU04 FMG

2004 Vauxhall Combo

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,001 mi
Last recorded95,001 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2014
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Combo95,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 FMG
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2014 95,001 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 82,034 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 73,555 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play in ball joints

Fail 9 Jul 2011 50,909 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 50,909 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 39,291 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

offside front brake slightly binding

Pass 14 Jul 2009 30,159 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 30,159 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 25,866 miles

front+rear brakes noisey

Fail 27 Feb 2008 25,863 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

front+rear brakes noisey

Pass 14 Mar 2007 18,805 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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BU04 FMG is a 2004 Vauxhall Combo in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 95,304 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 BU04 FMG, 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 22 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU04 FMG?

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What year was BU04 FMG registered?

BU04 FMG is a 2004 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is BU04 FMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 FMG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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