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P689 MNB

1997 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

159,270 mi
Last recorded159,270 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP689 MNB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2011 159,270 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 159,270 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil filler cap missing

Pass 28 May 2009 153,935 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 151,228 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 148,598 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 144,043 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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P689 MNB 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 83.3%.

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 P689 MNB, 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 P689 MNB registered?

P689 MNB is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is P689 MNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P689 MNB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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