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LY51 ZBU

2002 Vauxhall Combo

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

139,587 mi
Last recorded139,587 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Combo105,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY51 ZBU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 139,587 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside front wheel arch cover slightly damaged

Oil leak ()

both front steering arms has slight movement

Fail 22 Jul 2017 139,587 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside front wheel arch cover slightly damaged

Oil leak ()

both front steering arms has slight movement

Pass 16 Jul 2016 132,631 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Parking brake needs adjustment

Rear exhaust box has surface corrosion

Fail 16 Jul 2016 132,631 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake needs adjustment

Rear exhaust box has surface corrosion

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 127,135 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 11 Jul 2015 127,135 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 121,795 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 118,717 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 118,717 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 108,838 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 108,838 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 94,999 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight play in steering column first uj

Pass 2 Jan 2009 85,381 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 85,379 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Dec 2007 82,423 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 72,983 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 72,983 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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LY51 ZBU is a 2002 Vauxhall Combo in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 LY51 ZBU, 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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What year was LY51 ZBU registered?

LY51 ZBU is a 2002 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 11 January 2002.

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