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P133 XWP

1997 Vauxhall Combo

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

190,351 mi
Last recorded190,351 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP133 XWP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2010 190,351 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 190,296 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 187,155 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 187,128 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 180,044 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside front seat belt twisted

Fail 12 Sep 2008 180,044 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside front seat belt twisted

Pass 14 Sep 2007 166,271 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 152,622 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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P133 XWP is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 112,032 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 P133 XWP, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P133 XWP registered?

P133 XWP is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 16 June 1997.

Is P133 XWP safe to buy?

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