2014 Vauxhall Combo 1.2L Diesel · BF14 KSX

The vehicle shows signs of a worsening maintenance trend, characterized by an increasing frequency of mechanical failures and advisory items in recent years. While the 2023-08-10 test at 116,385 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a significant failure just two days prior on 2023-08-08. The failure record at 116,377 miles highlighted multiple critical issues, including a binding offside rear service brake, a damaged brake cable, and a corroded offside front brake pipe. Although the most recent test cleared some items, the presence of recurring corrosion and tyre wear suggests that maintenance has become reactive rather than preventative. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a 12-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 9,700 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 64,042 miles in July 2017 to the current 116,385 miles. There are no evidence of long periods of inactivity or sudden, excessive mileage spikes that would suggest irregular usage. However, the density of defects recorded between 2022 and 2023 indicates that as the vehicle ages, the frequency of component failure is rising. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and fuel/brake lines. The MOT history repeatedly flags issues with brake discs, pads, and specifically a corroded offside front brake pipe. The tester also identified a binding rear brake and a damaged brake cable in August 2023, so the integrity of the entire braking circuit requires verification. Suspension components also warrant close attention, as the 2022 tests flagged fractured coil springs and anti-roll bar linkage play. Corrosion and tyre management also present risks. The recurring advisories for worn tyres and edge wear, seen in 2021, 2022, and 2023, suggest potential underlying suspension geometry issues or simply a pattern of deferred tyre replacement. The presence of corroded brake pipes and the previous report of a distorted offside rear road wheel indicate that the vehicle's underside and wheel assemblies should be inspected for structural integrity and impact damage.