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S892 TWG

1998 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

146,302 mi
Last recorded146,302 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Combo104,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS892 TWG
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2013 146,302 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 5 Mar 2013 146,302 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2012 138,011 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Mar 2012 138,011 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2011 129,109 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2010 120,883 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2009 112,009 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 112,009 miles

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

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2008 102,144 miles

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

engine oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2008 102,144 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2007 92,501 miles

Oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2007 92,501 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2006 832,732 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 83,235 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

near side tyre worn on edges

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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S892 TWG is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 S892 TWG, 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

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What year was S892 TWG registered?

S892 TWG is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 29 September 1998.

Is S892 TWG safe to buy?

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