2020 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Sportive TD 1.5L Diesel · DP70 WHK

The most recent DVSA MOT test conducted on 20 August 2025 recorded a PASS with no defects or advisories, indicating that the vehicle met the minimum roadworthiness standards at that examination. Reviewing the available test history, the vehicle has alternated between pass and fail outcomes on paired dates in both December 2023 and August 2025, although crucially no defects have ever been recorded against either the pass or the fail entries. The presence of failed tests with no listed defects can sometimes reflect administrative issues such as late presentations, incorrect documentation, or test aborts, though it may also indicate that advisories or failures were present but not captured in the summary data provided. On balance, the overall trend appears stable, with the most recent outcome being a clean pass and no accumulating list of advisories that would point to deteriorating mechanical condition. With a recorded mileage of 57,071 miles over a six-year life, the annual average stands at approximately 9,512 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a light commercial vehicle of this age and segment. This figure suggests steady working use rather than prolonged periods of standing, although the mileage is still on the lower side for a van and may include periods of light duty or short journeys. Mechanically, average annual mileage of this nature implies regular wear on consumable items such as tyres, brake pads, and discs, but less stress on major drivetrain components like the clutch, turbocharger, and dual-mass flywheel. The absence of any recorded advisories means there is no MOT history pointing to uneven tyre wear, binding brake components, or exhaust leaks, but a prospective buyer should still verify that mileage has accrued consistently and check the service record to confirm regular oil and filter changes have been documented. Given the clean MOT history and modest annual mileage, attention should turn to age-related deterioration rather than wear-based failures. Tyres should be inspected closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, which commonly affects vehicles over five years old regardless of tread depth, and the spare or inflation kit should be checked for serviceability. Brake discs, particularly on light commercial vehicles that may sit idle for days at a time, are prone to surface corrosion and light pitting, which can produce brake shudder or vibration under the first few applications from cold; a firm test drive from cold will reveal whether judder is present. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as vehicles used for short urban trips may suffer from chronic undercharging, and the cooling system, brake fluid, and power steering fluid should all be assessed for time-based degradation, with brake fluid typically requiring renewal every two years irrespective of mileage due to its hygroscopic nature. Further inspection points appropriate to this vehicle include a thorough check for fluid leaks beneath the engine and gearbox, particularly oil seepage from the sump, cam cover, and turbocharger oil feed lines, which is common on higher-mileage diesel units. The timing belt or chain service interval should be confirmed against the manufacturer's schedule, and evidence of replacement sought within the service history, as neglect of this item can lead to catastrophic engine damage. Suspension components such as coil springs, anti-roll bar links, and lower wishbone bushes should be examined for cracking or deformation, with the test drive conducted over uneven road surfaces to detect clonking or knocking from worn bushes or drop links. Finally, the diesel particulate filter should be examined for warning light activity or restricted performance during extended driving, and a check for any stored DTC fault codes via an OBD scan would provide additional reassurance before purchase.