2019 Vauxhall Combo 1.5L Diesel · DS69 FBN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from consumable wear to mechanical component degradation. The most recent test in December 2025 at 51,462 miles identified an advisory for reduced damping on both the nearside and offside front shock absorbers. This follows a clean record from November 2024, suggesting that the suspension was previously functional but is now reaching the end of its effective service life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,350 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, moving from 24,302 miles in November 2022 to 34,203 miles in October 2023, and reaching 51,462 miles by the end of last year. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long stationary periods, which often helps prevent premature degradation of rubber seals and brake components. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension specifically to determine if the shock absorbers have leaked fluid or developed excessive play. The history of uneven tyre wear in 2022 and 2023, where tyres were flagged as being worn to the legal limit or on the edge, indicates potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. A professional wheel alignment is necessary to ensure that the current set of tyres is not being prematurely scrub due to geometry faults.