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R413 XOO

1997 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

211,635 mi
Last recorded211,635 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR413 XOO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2011 211,635 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 205,543 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 198,864 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 5 Aug 2009 198,861 miles

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 190,867 miles

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

van floor not visible

Pass 25 Jun 2007 178,457 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 167,452 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 166,053 miles

Drivers door mirror is insecure

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

Offside wiper arm pivot badly worn

Severe engine oil leak requires attn asap

insecure wiring cable in engine bay

Fail 10 Sep 2005 166,053 miles

Drivers door mirror is insecure

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside wiper arm pivot badly worn

Severe engine oil leak requires attn asap

insecure wiring cable in engine bay

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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R413 XOO is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R413 XOO, 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 R413 XOO registered?

R413 XOO is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R413 XOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R413 XOO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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