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S973 CFA

1998 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

96,138 mi
Last recorded96,138 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Combo104,272 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS973 CFA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2018 96,138 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 94,370 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 92,345 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 89,591 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 87,332 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 84,395 miles

slight crack in n/s rear light unit + slight leak from steering rack

Pass 4 Sep 2012 81,752 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 81,700 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 78,748 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on edge

Pass 2 Sep 2010 75,799 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 72,653 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 68,830 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 63,995 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 60,491 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 60,491 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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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S973 CFA is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S973 CFA, 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 S973 CFA registered?

S973 CFA is a 1998 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 5 October 1998.

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The MOT history for S973 CFA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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