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P261 VUR

1997 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

132,356 mi
Last recorded132,356 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2008
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP261 VUR
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2008 132,356 miles

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front wiper blades dont self park

Non obligatory mirror damaged

slight play in offside front wiper arm pivot

the rear crossmember is distorted but rigid and structually sound

Fail 30 Jan 2008 132,356 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front wiper blades dont self park

slight play in offside front wiper arm pivot

the rear crossmember is distorted but rigid and structually sound

Fail 28 Jan 2008 132,342 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front wiper blades dont self park

slight play in offside front wiper arm pivot

the rear crossmember is distorted but rigid and structually sound

Pass 7 Nov 2006 120,512 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 120,464 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Nov 2005 113,110 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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P261 VUR is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P261 VUR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P261 VUR?

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What year was P261 VUR registered?

P261 VUR is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 7 July 1997.

Is P261 VUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P261 VUR shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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