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R522 CWR

1997 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

193,021 mi
Last recorded193,021 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR522 CWR
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2011 193,021 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 193,021 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 186,820 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 183,908 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 177,949 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 171,026 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 150,087 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

all suspension,steering and brake components very corroded

front exhaust mounting missing

slight exhaust blow from manifold

Pass 5 Sep 2006 150,087 miles

all suspension,steering and brake components very corroded

front exhaust mounting missing

slight exhaust blow from manifold

Pass 13 Aug 2005 135,202 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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R522 CWR 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 R522 CWR, 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 R522 CWR registered?

R522 CWR is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R522 CWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R522 CWR 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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