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P193 VNP

1997 Vauxhall Combo

Red Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,428 mi
Last recorded92,428 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP193 VNP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2014 92,428 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 90,621 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 89,127 miles

Coolant leak

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

both front wiper arm piviots worn

offside front wiper split at ends but clears screen ok

Fail 7 Mar 2012 89,127 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Coolant leak

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

both front wiper arm piviots worn

offside front wiper split at ends but clears screen ok

Pass 19 Mar 2011 84,007 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 77,266 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 75,059 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 72,784 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 71,433 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 71,433 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 68,797 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
Full Vauxhall Combo reliability report

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P193 VNP is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo in Red with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 P193 VNP, 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 P193 VNP registered?

P193 VNP is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 10 February 1997.

Is P193 VNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P193 VNP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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