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S961 BGP

1998 Vauxhall Combo

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,206 mi
Last recorded87,206 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Combo104,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS961 BGP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 87,206 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 86,670 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 77,016 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 77,016 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2013 79,279 miles

Exhaust touching N/S rear shock absorber cover

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 79,279 miles

Exhaust touching N/S rear shock absorber cover

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 76,148 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 72,660 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 699,924 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 699,924 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 66,879 miles

Spare tyre missing

Fail 18 Oct 2008 66,879 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Spare tyre missing

Pass 1 Nov 2007 63,352 miles

NSR tyre perished

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

Pass 10 Aug 2006 56,970 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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S961 BGP is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S961 BGP, 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 S961 BGP registered?

S961 BGP is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S961 BGP safe to buy?

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