2016 Vauxhall Combo 1.2L Diesel · DY16 ADX

The Vauxhall Combo presents a roadworthy status as of the most recent test on 18 November 2025 at 55,840 miles, where the DVSA examiner passed the vehicle with no defects recorded. Maintenance trend across the five available tests remains stable, with no advisories or mechanical faults flagged at any stage. The isolated failure on 13 November 2025 at 55,828 miles listed no defects, indicating a procedural rejection rather than a deterioration in condition; the swift pass five days later confirms the running gear and structure met requirements. Mileage accumulation reflects light use for a ten-year-old van. The odometer advanced from 46,004 miles at the 10 November 2022 test to 50,176 miles by 13 November 2023, then 53,586 miles on 7 November 2024, and 55,840 miles by November 2025. Annual increments averaged roughly 3,200 miles between 2022 and 2024, dropping to about 2,250 miles in the final year. Such low yearly coverage suggests extended periods of standing, a pattern that can mask wear yet promote rubber perishing and corrosion on dormant components. Given the absence of recorded faults, the buyer should still commission a physical inspection focused on areas susceptible to inactivity rather than high-mileage wear. Examine suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking from lack of flex, and check brake discs for surface rust or binding calipers caused by limited road use. Assess structural integrity beneath the body for corrosion, particularly on sills and chassis legs, as moisture trapped during storage accelerates decay even when mileages stay low. Verify the tyre sidewalls for age-related hardening and inspect exhaust emissions under cold start, since infrequent running can foul lambda sensors. The clean MOT ledger implies previous owners kept basic statutory testing current, but the 2025 administrative fail without defect shows a momentary lapse in presentation rather than neglect of consumables. A pre-purchase check remains prudent.