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P550 FCH

1997 Vauxhall Combo

Red Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

157,487 mi
Last recorded157,487 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP550 FCH
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2015 157,487 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 151,163 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 151,163 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 144,355 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 135,392 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2011 129,957 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 129,957 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.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)

Fail 16 Dec 2010 125,339 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 125,339 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 117,075 miles

o/s door mirror cracked

Pass 27 Nov 2008 106,320 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

corrosion forming on n/s/f chassis leg

Pass 11 Dec 2007 97,247 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 89,165 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 77,374 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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P550 FCH is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo in Red with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P550 FCH, 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 P550 FCH registered?

P550 FCH is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 13 January 1997.

Is P550 FCH safe to buy?

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