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S506 CCE

1998 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

144,284 mi
Last recorded144,284 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2015
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Combo104,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS506 CCE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2015 144,284 miles

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

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

Nearside front tyre heavily worn on outer edge

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

Fail 27 Nov 2015 144,272 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Nearside front tyre heavily worn on outer edge

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 142,026 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Nov 2014 141,999 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 140,247 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 13 Nov 2012 134,472 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

battery insecure

exhaust system is showing signs of corrosion and has minor leaks

n/s/r shockabsorber outer protective sleeve broken

rear number plate has slight damage

Pass 13 Nov 2012 134,472 miles

battery insecure

exhaust system is showing signs of corrosion and has minor leaks

n/s/r shockabsorber outer protective sleeve broken

rear number plate has slight damage

Pass 2 Dec 2011 120,746 miles

both inner door steps rusty

exhaust very rusty

Fail 30 Nov 2011 120,742 miles

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

both inner door steps rusty

exhaust very rusty

Pass 10 Jul 2010 111,881 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 106,963 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Dec 2009 106,963 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2008 97,770 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 83,829 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2007 83,829 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 71,783 miles

Both front top suspension mountings have slight play

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

Pass 12 Dec 2005 61,652 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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S506 CCE is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 S506 CCE, 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 S506 CCE registered?

S506 CCE is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 27 November 1998.

Is S506 CCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S506 CCE shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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