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R213 GWT

1997 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,137 mi
Last recorded142,137 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR213 GWT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2011 142,137 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 137,549 miles

Battery insecure

Coolant leak

Pass 22 Nov 2008 135,503 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

offside rear inner arch starting to corrode

rear crossmember starting to corrode

Fail 15 Dec 2007 132,968 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 132,968 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2006 128,993 miles

Hand operated control valve slightly corroded (3.2.1a)

Rear bumper insecure

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

Pass 3 Dec 2005 125,397 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2005 125,397 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

bumper insecure

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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R213 GWT is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R213 GWT, 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 R213 GWT registered?

R213 GWT is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 26 November 1997.

Is R213 GWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R213 GWT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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