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Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s reliable? We analysed 1,179 real MOT tests across 402 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,179 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.6%
Typical Mileage
20,792mi
Annual Mileage
5,841mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s.

Specifications

Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1199cc
Engine
109bhp
Power
13sec
0–62 mph
145g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1199cc
Power
109 BHP
0–62 mph
13 sec
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Grey
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
145 g/km Band F
Emission class
6ap
Road tax (12 mo.)
£155
Road tax (6 mo.)
£85.25
Insurance group
9 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

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Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.4%
2022
84%
2021

Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9

Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,240 mi/yr
Typical
5,841 mi/yr
Average
6,780 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,763 mi/yr

Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 123 89.4% 7,674 14,991 22,082
2021 1,024 84.0% 13,576 21,974 34,044

How Long Does a Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s Last?

Based on 402 Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.6 years
Median
4.0 years

Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
20,792 mi
75th Percentile
32,788 mi
95th Percentile
53,982 mi
Max Recorded
121,021 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

89.4% MOT pass rate from 123 tests

Year to avoid
2021

84.0% MOT pass rate from 1,024 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.4% across 123 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s THIS CAR 84.6% 1,179 20,792 mi — yrs
Vauxhall Corsa 69.7% 26,893,546 58,908 mi 33 yrs
Vauxhall Astra 71.9% 25,288,868 76,280 mi 34 yrs
Vauxhall Zafira 71.9% 8,488,627 75,062 mi 27 yrs
Toyota Yaris Ion 81.6% 738 83,534 mi — yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s?

The Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.6% across 1,179 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s owner drives around 5,841 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s reliable?
Based on 1,179 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s has a 84.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s does around 5,841 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Combo Life Edition S/s is 2022 with a 89.4% pass rate across 123 tests.