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P870 PNE

1997 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,576 mi
Last recorded99,576 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP870 PNE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2014 99,576 miles

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

brake pipes greased

Pass 5 Dec 2012 93,138 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 85,300 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 78,305 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 70,161 miles

Engine sump seeping oil.

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 8 Sep 2009 70,161 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Engine sump seeping oil.

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 65,505 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 65,505 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 60,320 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 55,813 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 55,813 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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P870 PNE 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 72.7%.

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 P870 PNE, 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 P870 PNE registered?

P870 PNE is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is P870 PNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P870 PNE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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