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R138 EEV

1998 Vauxhall Combo

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

123,017 mi
Last recorded123,017 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Combo104,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 EEV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 123,017 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

chip in screen

Pass 29 Jul 2025 121,609 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 119,053 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 116,665 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 115,604 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 115,598 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 114,358 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 113,404 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 112,371 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2018 112,366 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 111,573 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 110,447 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 17 Nov 2016 110,447 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 109,387 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 109,387 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 108,297 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 106,595 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 104,878 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 103,152 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 102,400 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 102,400 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 102,116 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 101,357 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 101,357 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 100,658 miles

Rear brakes are out of ballance, but within limits.

Water pump leaking coolant.

Pass 30 Nov 2006 90,586 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 78,575 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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R138 EEV is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 104,272 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 R138 EEV, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R138 EEV registered?

R138 EEV is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 15 January 1998.

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