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YL08 XRU

2008 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

241,017 mi
Last recorded241,017 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Combo89,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 XRU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 241,017 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Jan 2021 241,000 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Jun 2019 234,454 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 228,339 miles

all tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 24 Jun 2017 222,106 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 219,590 miles

rear shock absorbers innefective

Fail 14 Jul 2016 219,590 miles

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

rear shock absorbers innefective

Pass 23 Jun 2015 216,453 miles

slight damage to offside front head light

Fail 13 Jun 2014 210,145 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 210,145 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2013 193,883 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 193,876 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 131,624 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 47,710 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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YL08 XRU is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 YL08 XRU, 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 YL08 XRU registered?

YL08 XRU is a 2008 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 8 August 2008.

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