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DY16 XXP

2016 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

156,392 mi
Last recorded156,392 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Combo73,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY16 XXP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 156,392 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 14 Oct 2025 156,392 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/65x15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 149,816 miles

Engine undertray broken

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 6 Sep 2024 149,816 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine undertray broken

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 134,419 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 134,419 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury side repeter lens broken leaving sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front day bulb inop

Nearside Front pad warning wire broken

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn inner edge & nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn bald inner edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 124,839 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 115,479 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2021 111,353 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 111,343 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 May 2020 98,934 miles

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

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

Fail 21 May 2020 98,928 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2019 98,838 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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DY16 XXP is a 2016 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2016 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 73,309 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 DY16 XXP, 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 10 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DY16 XXP registered?

DY16 XXP is a 2016 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 11 August 2016.

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