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DP16 VZJ

2016 Vauxhall Combo

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

60,014 mi
Last recorded60,014 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Combo73,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP16 VZJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCombo
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 60,014 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 60,014 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 46,164 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 31,480 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2023 31,480 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 15,504 miles

Offside Front arch liner damaged

Offside Rear Nail in tyre leaking ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 13,104 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 13,104 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 10,775 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 10,775 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 8,048 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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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DP16 VZJ is a 2016 Vauxhall Combo in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 Vauxhall Combo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 73,309 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 DP16 VZJ, 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 10 years old, this Vauxhall Combo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DP16 VZJ registered?

DP16 VZJ is a 2016 Vauxhall Combo, first registered on 3 August 2016.

Is DP16 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DP16 VZJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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