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S822 MAB

1998 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2019
Tests25 (13 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate52%

Mileage

143,272 mi
Last recorded143,272 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2017
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Combo104,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS822 MAB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 12 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2017 143,272 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2017 143,272 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 138,560 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 138,560 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 135,924 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 135,924 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2015 133,188 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2015 133,188 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 129,910 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 129,910 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 125,169 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 125,169 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 115,980 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 115,980 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 108,179 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 108,179 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 103,084 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 103,084 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 98,499 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 94,220 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 94,220 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 89,900 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 89,900 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 29 Dec 2005 85,770 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2005 85,770 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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S822 MAB is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52%.

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 S822 MAB, 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 S822 MAB registered?

S822 MAB is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 24 September 1998.

Is S822 MAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S822 MAB shows 25 tests with a 52% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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