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DF57 DBU

2008 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

138,000 mi
Last recorded138,000 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Combo89,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF57 DBU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2022 138,000 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 121,096 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 113,492 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 113,490 miles

Central Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit devoid of tread inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 103,471 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 103,471 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 93,563 miles

Nearside wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Pass 10 Feb 2014 80,183 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 68,522 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 68,522 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 56,555 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 43,322 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 43,322 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DF57 DBU is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 DF57 DBU, 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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What year was DF57 DBU registered?

DF57 DBU is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is DF57 DBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF57 DBU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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