2017 Vauxhall Combo 1.2L Diesel · BJ17 ACO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test on 20 January 2026 at 93,537 miles resulted in a pass, immediately following a failure just one day prior. This suggests a trend where the owner only addresses mechanical defects once they result in an MOT failure. While the current status is clean of defects, the recurring failures in the last two testing cycles suggest the vehicle frequently operates on the edge of its legal compliance limits. The mileage profile is consistent with typical light to medium commercial use, averaging approximately 10,400 miles per year over its nine-year life. There is a significant gap in recorded data between the November 2024 test at 82,568 miles and the November 2025 test at 93,410 miles, representing an accumulation of over 11,000 miles in a year. The rapid-fire testing in January 2026, with only 127 miles recorded between the failure and pass, indicates a specific issue was rectified quickly under necessity rather than through a comprehensive mechanical inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the lower suspension and braking components, as the record does not specify the reasons for the three recent failures. Focus attention on potential issues with corroded control arms, worn bushes, or binding brake calipers which are common failure points at this age and mileage. Given the history of intermittent failures, checking for structural integrity and the condition of the exhaust system is also essential to ensure that the recent pass has not masked underlying mechanical wear that will require attention shortly.