2016 Vauxhall Combo 1.2L Diesel · DP66 YKM

The 2024‑07‑18 MOT at 137,139 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the required roadworthiness standards. While earlier tests noted minor advisories such as rear handbrake travel in 2023 and an oil leak in 2022, the absence of failures in the two most recent examinations suggests a stable maintenance pattern rather than a worsening condition. The mileage trajectory shows a high annual average of roughly 13,700 miles, with notable accelerations between 2021‑2022 (18,855 miles) and 2022‑2023 (23,574 miles), reflecting intensive use in the past two years. Gaps in the record are evident, for example the jump from 44,534 miles in December 2019 to 65,988 miles a year later, and the dual test on 2020‑12‑07, which together imply periods of heavy operation and possible standing time. A buyer should therefore focus on the suspension components — particularly the rear bushes and coil springs — and verify the condition of the rear handbrake mechanism, which exhibited travel in 2023. Inspection of the brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven wear, assessment of tyre tread depth given the high mileage, and a thorough check for structural rust or corrosion on the chassis are essential, as are confirmation that the oil leak noted in 2022 has been fully resolved.