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T239 BTR

1999 Vauxhall Combo

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

144,476 mi
Last recorded144,476 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Combo102,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT239 BTR
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 144,476 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side, front cross member has been welded in the past (6.1.1 (c) (i))

hazard light switch cover missing

Fail 9 Jul 2019 144,476 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected wishbone mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hazard light switch cover missing

Pass 9 Jul 2018 137,772 miles

Brake fluid slightly discoloured

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Hazard Switch face missing but working

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Slight exhaust blow

Slight oil leak

Fail 6 Jul 2018 137,769 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks Under dash (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid slightly discoloured

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Hazard Switch face missing but working

Oil leak

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Slight exhaust blow

Slight oil leak

Pass 31 Aug 2017 128,944 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s chassis rails (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s chassis rails (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 31 Aug 2017 128,944 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s chassis rails (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s chassis rails (2.4.A.3)

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

tyre size 175/70 r13

Pass 4 Aug 2016 121,485 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 121,485 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust leak (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 119,574 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 119,574 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 116,398 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Fail 5 Aug 2014 116,398 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 14 Aug 2013 133,136 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing is slightly rough when rotated

Pass 26 Jul 2012 108,712 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 108,712 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 98,779 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 98,779 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 101,957 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

nearside door mirror damaged, advise replacing

nearside headlight lens damaged.

nearside rear tyre worn on outside tread.

Pass 16 Jun 2009 95,572 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 95,564 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 89,653 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front wiper blades poor

poor repair to rear exhaust mounting

Pass 8 Jun 2007 85,865 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 81,620 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 81,618 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre outer side wall damaged

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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T239 BTR is a 1999 Vauxhall Combo in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1999 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 102,343 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 T239 BTR, 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 27 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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T239 BTR is a 1999 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 11 August 1999.

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