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YK53 SXU

2003 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

196,022 mi
Last recorded196,022 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Combo94,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK53 SXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2021 196,022 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 185,818 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 185,816 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle pipe from offside to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure hanging down from fixing (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Steering system excessively rough pinion shaft excessive wear & very rough (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable insecure hanging down from fixing (1.1.15 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2019
Fail 24 Jul 2019

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 154,165 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s n/s ()

Pass 27 Jul 2017 139,065 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 139,065 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 122,177 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 111,005 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 104,014 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 96,820 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 96,748 miles

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

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

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 89,370 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 89,366 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 81,429 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 72,421 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 72,421 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 63,235 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 63,235 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 54,265 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2008 54,265 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

oil leak on engine area of cambelt/cambox

Pass 21 Aug 2007 42,572 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 42,572 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 31,245 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 31,245 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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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YK53 SXU is a 2003 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 94,659 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 YK53 SXU, 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 23 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YK53 SXU registered?

YK53 SXU is a 2003 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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