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R319 SJB

1997 Vauxhall Combo

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,596 mi
Last recorded144,596 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR319 SJB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2011 144,596 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Nov 2011 144,596 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 30 Oct 2010 143,211 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 28 Oct 2009 141,592 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 141,592 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 139,516 miles

Front bumper insecure

Oil leak

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Pass 26 Aug 2007 135,547 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2007 132,961 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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R319 SJB is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo in Blue 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 R319 SJB, 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 R319 SJB registered?

R319 SJB is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 11 November 1997.

Is R319 SJB safe to buy?

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