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R779 TPX

1997 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

115,052 mi
Last recorded115,052 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR779 TPX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2017 115,052 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' scratches in swept areas (8.3.1d)

both outer sills and various areas of the underside have slight corrosion

Fail 4 Mar 2017 115,052 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' scratches in swept areas (8.3.1d)

both outer sills and various areas of the underside have slight corrosion

Pass 12 Mar 2016 111,906 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Mar 2016 111,855 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded x2 outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 105,478 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 7 Mar 2015 105,478 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 7 Mar 2014 103,008 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 7 Mar 2014 103,008 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 98,748 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 98,739 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 97,567 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 92,557 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 87,604 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 84,004 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2008 77,416 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 71,655 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 8 May 2006 60,924 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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R779 TPX is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R779 TPX, 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 R779 TPX registered?

R779 TPX is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is R779 TPX safe to buy?

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