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P217 MOT

1997 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,565 mi
Last recorded149,565 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP217 MOT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2012 149,565 miles

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

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

different size tyres on front axle compared to rear axle

engine has oil leak

stone chip in o/s headlight

Fail 14 Jun 2012 149,565 miles

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

different size tyres on front axle compared to rear axle

engine has oil leak

stone chip in o/s headlight

Pass 29 Jun 2011 139,268 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 23 Jun 2011 139,261 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 17 Jun 2010 133,075 miles

corrosion started on inner rear valance

different size tyres on front axle compared to rear axle

n/s/r light unit is damaged

rear exhaust mount has temporary repair

Fail 17 Jun 2010 133,075 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

corrosion started on inner rear valance

different size tyres on front axle compared to rear axle

n/s/r light unit is damaged

rear exhaust mount has temporary repair

Pass 18 Jun 2009 125,447 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 124,888 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2008 124,888 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 118,383 miles

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

both front wiper arm pivots are worn

n/s/r light lens outer cover is damaged

Pass 13 Jun 2006 106,925 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 94,403 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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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P217 MOT is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P217 MOT, 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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P217 MOT is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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