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DY51 MZU

2001 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

228,288 mi
Last recorded228,288 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Combo95,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY51 MZU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 228,288 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 219,191 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 210,193 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 197,343 miles

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor/outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2022 197,330 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor/outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 190,280 miles

Offside Front outrigger corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2019 187,778 miles

Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Jun 2019 187,778 miles

Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 633,270 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2018 633,270 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 179,803 miles

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

all brake pipes greased

Pass 25 Jun 2016 169,044 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 160,423 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 30 Jun 2015 160,409 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2014 151,042 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 12 Jul 2013 141,549 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 141,549 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 131,064 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 123,759 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 123,759 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 111,396 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 98,212 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 98,212 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 85,042 miles

front screen damaged below n/s wiper noat affecting view to front

Pass 1 Feb 2008 84,718 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 84,718 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 83,036 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 79,921 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 79,921 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DY51 MZU is a 2001 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

Across all 2001 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 95,631 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 DY51 MZU, 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 25 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 DY51 MZU registered?

DY51 MZU is a 2001 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is DY51 MZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY51 MZU shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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