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R234 HVV

1998 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

156,234 mi
Last recorded156,234 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Combo104,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR234 HVV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 156,234 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 156,234 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2016 154,820 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front wiper blades in poor condtion

Pass 23 Oct 2014 150,245 miles

corrosion at nearside sill

Pass 7 Nov 2013 146,107 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 142,504 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 138,133 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2010 130,567 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside headlamp slightly loose

Fail 5 May 2010 130,567 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside headlamp slightly loose

Pass 7 May 2009 126,236 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 121,171 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 115,514 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 109,513 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 109,513 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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R234 HVV is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R234 HVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R234 HVV registered?

R234 HVV is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 15 January 1998.

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