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BV53 FMU

2003 Vauxhall Combo

Yellow Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

181,845 mi
Last recorded181,845 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Combo94,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 FMU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 181,845 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Sep 2021 181,845 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 176,930 miles

rear exhaust poor condition

Pass 14 Sep 2019 172,224 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 166,771 miles

both front tyres worn inner edges

steering rack ends slight play

Pass 11 Sep 2017 160,199 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 143,769 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 133,315 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 127,483 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Silencer outer skin coming away

Pass 9 Sep 2013 111,111 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 103,415 miles

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

all rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2011 98,420 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 83,067 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 72,887 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 654,458 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 47,233 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 35,890 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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BV53 FMU is a 2003 Vauxhall Combo in Yellow with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BV53 FMU, 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 BV53 FMU registered?

BV53 FMU is a 2003 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BV53 FMU safe to buy?

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