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2003 Vauxhall Combo 1.7L Diesel · DC03 ABU

DC03 ABU

2003 Vauxhall Combo (1.7L, diesel). First registered 19/08/2003. Recorded mileage 180,326 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL COMBO
Year / Origin
2003 · Chester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 29/05/2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
180,326 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 29/05/2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2003
Engine
1686cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The Vauxhall Combo passed its most recent MOT on 30 May 2023 at 180,326 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a stable maintenance trend at the point of its last official test. The prior week's failure on 23 May 2023 at 180,312 miles listed no defects, which suggests an administrative or unrecorded presentation issue rather than a mechanical fault. Relative to today's date of 8 July 2026, the vehicle has been off the tested MOT cycle for over three years. The recorded mileage of 180,326 against a 2003 build gives an average of roughly 7,840 miles per year, which is typical for a light commercial of this age. The history shows only two entries, both in May 2023, with just 14 miles between the failed and passed tests. Such sparse data gives no visibility of wear patterns across previous years, and the long lapse since testing means current roadworthiness cannot be assumed from this record alone. A buyer should commission a full inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs and calipers, given the age and unknown standing period since 2023. Structural corrosion around chassis legs and sills should be checked closely, as 23-year-old Vauxhall panels are prone to rust where moisture collects. The clean advisory list from May 2023 offers no warning of impending consumable failure, so tyre condition, exhaust emissions and drivetrain noise must be verified physically before purchase.

DC03 ABU Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/05/2023
  • 180,326 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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DC03 ABU Mileage History

  1. 23/05/2023180,312 mi
  2. 30/05/2023180,326 mi+14 mi

Average of roughly 733 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

DC03 ABU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Vauxhall Combo (DC03 ABU) between May 2023 and May 2023.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 30 May 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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