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P483 VNP

1997 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

228,481 mi
Last recorded228,481 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP483 VNP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2016 228,481 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 217,332 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 213,351 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 207,401 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 198,471 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 188,132 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 177,667 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 167,876 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 157,742 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 142,664 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 126,914 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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P483 VNP is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P483 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P483 VNP registered?

P483 VNP is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 25 February 1997.

Is P483 VNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P483 VNP shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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