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R256 XNP

1998 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Combo104,272 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 XNP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2016

Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (2.4.G.2)

Both inner and outer sills corroded

Both rear inner wheel arch corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

coil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 73,735 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear towing hook / valance damaged

Pass 18 Mar 2014 72,049 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front suspension arms rusty

rear inner sills starting to corrode

rear valance damaged

Pass 21 Mar 2013 69,464 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

damage to rear towing bracket / valance

Pass 26 Mar 2012 66,745 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

damage to rear valance / towing bracket

Pass 23 Mar 2011 63,434 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 59,711 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 56,963 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 53,940 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 50,389 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 50,351 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 47,244 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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R256 XNP is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R256 XNP, 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 R256 XNP registered?

R256 XNP is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R256 XNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R256 XNP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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