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S209 TYC

1998 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

176,321 mi
Last recorded176,321 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Combo104,272 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS209 TYC
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2013 176,321 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 29 Jul 2013 176,321 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 30 Jul 2012 172,607 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 165,308 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on edges

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 155,538 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 150,078 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 27 Nov 2007 144,912 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 144,910 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2006 140,767 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 140,767 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 137,155 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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S209 TYC is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 104,272 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 S209 TYC, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S209 TYC registered?

S209 TYC is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S209 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S209 TYC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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