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R655 CMJ

1997 Vauxhall Combo

Red Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

195,680 mi
Last recorded195,680 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR655 CMJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Nov 2011 195,680 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2010 195,435 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 195,120 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 195,120 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 194,210 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 193,071 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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R655 CMJ is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo in Red with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R655 CMJ, 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 R655 CMJ registered?

R655 CMJ is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R655 CMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R655 CMJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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