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S821 GRO

1998 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

120,012 mi
Last recorded120,012 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Combo104,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS821 GRO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2012 120,012 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 114,393 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 106,114 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 100,827 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 93,939 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2007 93,939 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 86,277 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 80,992 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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S821 GRO is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S821 GRO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S821 GRO?

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What year was S821 GRO registered?

S821 GRO is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 13 October 1998.

Is S821 GRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S821 GRO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S821 GRO have outstanding finance?

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