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R901 LWP

1997 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

150,435 mi
Last recorded150,435 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Combo112,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR901 LWP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2014 150,435 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 150,435 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 147,116 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 26 Jan 2013 147,115 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Jan 2012 143,967 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

batterie insicure

clutch cable needs slight adjustment

coolant radiator deteriated

offside drivers door handle sticks open

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

rear exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2012 143,967 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

batterie insicure

clutch cable needs slight adjustment

coolant radiator deteriated

offside drivers door handle sticks open

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

rear exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2011 143,205 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

some rust under vehicle

Pass 29 Jan 2010 140,408 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 140,408 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 136,131 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 136,131 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 130,067 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2008 130,067 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 123,117 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 123,117 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2006 117,492 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 117,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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
Full Vauxhall Combo reliability report

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R901 LWP 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 52.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R901 LWP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R901 LWP registered?

R901 LWP is a 1997 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R901 LWP safe to buy?

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