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DS12 FMU

2012 Vauxhall Combo

Silver Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

253,727 mi
Last recorded253,727 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Combo86,024 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 FMU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 253,727 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 154,997 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 152,443 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 152,438 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 149,832 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 149,827 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 146,230 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 135,330 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 135,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 121,687 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 121,687 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 96,392 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 96,390 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside 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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DS12 FMU is a 2012 Vauxhall Combo in Silver with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2012 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 86,024 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 DS12 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 14 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS12 FMU registered?

DS12 FMU is a 2012 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is DS12 FMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS12 FMU shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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