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MK51 OBU

2001 Vauxhall Combo

Yellow Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,230 mi
Last recorded105,230 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Combo95,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 OBU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 105,230 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 101,280 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 101,280 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 97,539 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 97,539 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 20 Apr 2012 94,080 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 94,080 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 91,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 91,031 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 87,939 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 85,097 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 85,097 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 76,303 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 62,513 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 50,114 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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MK51 OBU is a 2001 Vauxhall Combo in Yellow with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 95,631 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 MK51 OBU, 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 25 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 MK51 OBU registered?

MK51 OBU is a 2001 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is MK51 OBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK51 OBU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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