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FP53 BWF

2003 Opel Combo

Yellow Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

182,322 mi
Last recorded182,322 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2010
Typical for 2003 Opel Combo99,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 BWF
MakeOpel
ModelCombo
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2010 182,322 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 157,125 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 157,125 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 138,131 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 138,123 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 115,152 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 115,152 miles

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

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 90,703 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 90,703 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Opel Combo?

Based on 1,283 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
6,076
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 85
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 55
Registration plate lamp not working 51
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 44
Registration plate lamp not working 42
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FP53 BWF is a 2003 Opel Combo in Yellow with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2003 Opel Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 99,302 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 Opel Combo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP53 BWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Combo typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Opel Combo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FP53 BWF registered?

FP53 BWF is a 2003 Opel Combo, first registered on 2 October 2003.

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