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MD08 MEL

2010 Vauxhall Combo

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

50,914 mi
Last recorded50,914 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 Vauxhall Combo74,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD08 MEL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 50,914 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside & Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Nearside & Offside Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside & Offside corrosion to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) An excessive amount of play from inner joint/steering rack

Fail 30 Dec 2025 50,914 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside & Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Nearside & Offside Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside & Offside corrosion to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) An excessive amount of play from inner joint/steering rack

Pass 16 Jan 2025 42,723 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 39,330 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 36,498 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 32,988 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 29,978 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 25,198 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 22,500 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 19,712 miles

Offside Rear Tyre Sidewall Slightly Cracked

Pass 17 Sep 2016 16,614 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 13,686 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 11,161 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 8,716 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 6,613 miles

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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MD08 MEL is a 2010 Vauxhall Combo in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2010 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 74,357 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MD08 MEL, 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 16 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MD08 MEL is a 2010 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 19 March 2010.

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