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FE09 VMC

2009 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

150,051 mi
Last recorded150,051 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Combo85,056 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE09 VMC
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 150,051 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 21 Oct 2025 150,049 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both split (3.4 (b) (i))

it has a bad water leak from engine [above gearbox]

Pass 30 Oct 2024 149,060 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 149,056 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 143,937 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 143,935 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 141,595 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 136,537 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 129,801 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 129,801 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2018 128,176 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 121,077 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 121,077 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 23 Apr 2015 106,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 106,981 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 94,793 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 83,366 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 81,257 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2012 81,257 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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FE09 VMC is a 2009 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 VMC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE09 VMC registered?

FE09 VMC is a 2009 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is FE09 VMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE09 VMC shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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