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BU18 KTL

2018 Vauxhall Combo

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

87,524 mi
Last recorded87,524 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Vauxhall Combo53,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU18 KTL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 87,524 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 87,524 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 22 Apr 2025 78,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Apr 2025 78,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 54,217 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres devoid of tread on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 30,978 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 30,978 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 26,510 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 26,509 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 20,411 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 20,411 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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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BU18 KTL is a 2018 Vauxhall Combo in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2018 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 53,388 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 BU18 KTL, 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 8 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU18 KTL registered?

BU18 KTL is a 2018 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 18 April 2018.

Is BU18 KTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU18 KTL shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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