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DA57 UKB

2008 Vauxhall Combo

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

156,148 mi
Last recorded156,148 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Combo89,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 UKB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2023 156,148 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing bald inner edge 2mm left on rest of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2023 154,597 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.25mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

play in upper steering column but not visible

Pass 25 Jun 2022 144,616 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe by fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 133,981 miles

no warning lights on dash time of test

wheel trims fitted alround

Fail 25 Jun 2021 133,981 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

no warning lights on dash time of test

wheel trims fitted alround

Pass 12 Nov 2019 125,441 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake backing plate slightly corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 113,349 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 113,349 miles

Front Fuel pipe union leaking Engine no 1 injector pipe tightened up (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2017 101,011 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 91,022 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 77,994 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 77,994 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 70,365 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 59,722 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 49,784 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jan 2012 49,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 40,079 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

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
Full Vauxhall Combo reliability report

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DA57 UKB is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DA57 UKB, 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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DA57 UKB is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 30 January 2008.

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