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FE09 UYV

2009 Vauxhall Combo

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2020
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

169,993 mi
Last recorded169,993 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Combo85,056 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE09 UYV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 169,993 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Feb 2018 154,469 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 144,239 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 144,229 miles

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

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 21 Sep 2016 139,312 miles

Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play universal joint loose (2.2.B.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 135,130 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 135,130 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Indicator tell tale missing (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 124,770 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 124,770 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 3 Feb 2014 108,968 miles

Brake pedal anti slip pad worn

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Off side front tyre damaged on outer wall

Off side rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Feb 2014 108,968 miles

Brake pedal anti slip pad worn

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Off side front tyre damaged on outer wall

Off side rear tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 Jan 2013 90,027 miles

both front drop link rubber dust covers detached / split

Fail 24 Jan 2013 90,027 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

both front drop link rubber dust covers detached / split

Pass 27 Feb 2012 72,285 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 72,285 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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
Full Vauxhall Combo reliability report

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FE09 UYV is a 2009 Vauxhall Combo in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2009 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 85,056 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 FE09 UYV, 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 17 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FE09 UYV registered?

FE09 UYV is a 2009 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 17 March 2009.

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