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DF53 WPZ

2003 Vauxhall Combo

Green Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

193,013 mi
Last recorded193,013 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Combo94,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 WPZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 193,013 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2020 193,007 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear floor corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 183,474 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 29 Apr 2019 183,460 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 175,007 miles

Nearside Front steering rack ball ends play

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front play in steering rack ball ends

Pass 13 Apr 2017 163,557 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 149,157 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 136,152 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Mar 2014 125,052 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 116,051 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 102,412 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 83,799 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 70,760 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 70,760 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 53,872 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 42,938 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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DF53 WPZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Combo in Green with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DF53 WPZ, 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 DF53 WPZ registered?

DF53 WPZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 27 December 2003.

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