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N325 BRJ

1996 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2013
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Combo114,415 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN325 BRJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2012
Fail 27 Nov 2012

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Both front brake discs are corroded on the inside

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

engine is leaking oil

near side front wiper blade arm is loose on its pivot pin.

near side rear section of handbrake cable outer cover is missing

off side front brake is binding slightly.

Pass 25 Nov 2011 193,510 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

front discs coroded

Fail 24 Nov 2011 193,510 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

front discs coroded

Pass 10 Nov 2010 188,447 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

battery tray corroded

slight corrosion n/s/f chassis section

Fail 5 Nov 2010 188,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Battery insecure

Oil leak

battery tray corroded

slight corrosion n/s/f chassis section

Pass 23 Nov 2009 185,331 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

battery tray corroded

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

slight corrosion at n/s/f chassis section

Fail 23 Nov 2009 185,331 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Battery insecure

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

battery tray corroded

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

slight corrosion at n/s/f chassis section

Pass 11 Nov 2008 180,863 miles

Both wiper arm pivots worn.

Fail 11 Nov 2008 180,863 miles

Both wiper arm pivots worn.

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 176,975 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 176,975 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

HORN EMMITS POOR SOUND.

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

OFFSIDE HEADLAMP POOR BEAM PATTERN.

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 172,317 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 172,317 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Pass 25 Nov 2005 167,426 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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N325 BRJ is a 1996 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1996 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 114,415 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 N325 BRJ, 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 30 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N325 BRJ registered?

N325 BRJ is a 1996 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 7 May 1996.

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