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S943 DCB

1998 Vauxhall Combo

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

143,782 mi
Last recorded143,782 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Combo104,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS943 DCB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2012 143,782 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 142,932 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 137,601 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 137,590 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 134,858 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 128,537 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 120,935 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 115,124 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 107,954 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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S943 DCB is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S943 DCB, 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 S943 DCB?

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What year was S943 DCB registered?

S943 DCB is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is S943 DCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S943 DCB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S943 DCB have outstanding finance?

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