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DG08 SMU

2008 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

120,411 mi
Last recorded120,411 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Combo89,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 SMU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 120,411 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 104,795 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 99,600 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 92,816 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 May 2018 92,816 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 May 2017 85,996 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 80,189 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 76,653 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 72,042 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 61,195 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 48,696 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2011 36,521 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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DG08 SMU is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DG08 SMU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG08 SMU registered?

DG08 SMU is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DG08 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 SMU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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