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GV52 MXJ

2002 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

106,912 mi
Last recorded106,912 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Combo105,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV52 MXJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 106,912 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 6 May 2016 101,845 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 99,161 miles

both front brake discs worn

offside front inner cv gaiter deteriorated

Fail 5 Jan 2015 99,161 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

both front brake discs worn

offside front inner cv gaiter deteriorated

Fail 25 Nov 2013 91,594 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 91,594 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 85,119 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 85,917 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 78,772 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Slight play in steering column

Fail 28 Nov 2011 78,772 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Slight play in steering column

Fail 26 Nov 2010 72,679 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Nov 2010 72,679 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Nov 2009 64,036 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 63,939 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 58,828 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 58,828 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 52,520 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 52,520 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 39,606 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 39,606 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

O/S/F tyre cut in sidewall. No visible cords.

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 25,989 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 25,989 miles

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

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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GV52 MXJ is a 2002 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2002 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 105,191 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 GV52 MXJ, 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 24 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GV52 MXJ is a 2002 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 4 December 2002.

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