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YC08 ZLX

2008 Vauxhall Combo

Green Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

120,012 mi
Last recorded120,012 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Combo89,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 ZLX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 120,012 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 106,542 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 91,382 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 74,235 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Sep 2016 74,235 miles

Centre Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 91,169 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 1 Oct 2015 91,169 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 45,443 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 45,443 miles

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

offside front tyre cut in sidewall but no cords exposed

Pass 23 Jan 2014 43,082 miles

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 24 Jan 2013 39,399 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 36,270 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 26,710 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 26,710 miles

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

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

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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YC08 ZLX is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo in Green with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 89,762 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 YC08 ZLX, 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 18 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC08 ZLX registered?

YC08 ZLX is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is YC08 ZLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 ZLX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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