2021 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Dynamic TD 1.5L Diesel · DP21 OOG

The vehicle's recent MOT history shows a worsening trend in maintenance quality. While the February 2025 test at 28,042 miles returned no defects, the most recent test on 27 February 2026 at 48,559 miles flagged several significant wear items. The tester identified a severely deteriorated nearside front outer drive shaft CV boot, alongside thinning brake pads on both the front and rear axles. The presence of multiple tyres worn close to the legal limit across the front and offside rear suggests a lapse in basic consumable upkeep. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage for a five-year-old vehicle. The car covered 26,928 miles between its first recorded test in July 2024 and the February 2025 test, followed by a further 20,517 miles in the twelve months leading up to the February 2026 test. This recent increase to roughly 20,000 miles per year indicates a shift from light use to more intensive driving, which explains the sudden emergence of wear-related advisories. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the drivetrain and braking system. The deteriorated CV boot requires immediate attention to prevent grease loss and subsequent joint failure. Given that both front and rear brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in February 2026, the service history should be checked to confirm if a full brake service or disc replacement has occurred recently. The recurring advisories regarding tyre wear on edges suggest potential issues with wheel alignment or suspension geometry. The July 2024 test noted worn tyres, and the February 2026 test repeated this issue across three different tyres. I recommend checking the suspension bushes and tracking to ensure the vehicle is not scrubbing its tyres prematurely. The sticky offside rear door catch noted in 2024 appears to be an isolated minor issue, but the mechanical components regarding brakes, tyres, and the drive shaft represent the primary areas of concern.