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N38 GVX

1996 Vauxhall Combo

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,495 mi
Last recorded87,495 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Combo114,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN38 GVX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 87,495 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 85,522 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 85,522 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 83,658 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 81,782 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 79,495 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 77,117 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 74,209 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 70,058 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 70,058 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 65,771 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 61,324 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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N38 GVX is a 1996 Vauxhall Combo in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 N38 GVX, 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 N38 GVX registered?

N38 GVX is a 1996 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 28 May 1996.

Is N38 GVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N38 GVX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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