MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,035 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Combo?
Based on 3,223,564 MOT tests across 261,854 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P197 XNL is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 P197 XNL, 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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How do I check the history of P197 XNL?
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What year was P197 XNL registered?
P197 XNL is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 6 January 1997.
Is P197 XNL safe to buy?
The MOT history for P197 XNL shows 3 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.
Does P197 XNL have outstanding finance?
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