2017 Vauxhall Combo 1.2L Diesel · DY67 WRX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive repairs. The most recent test on August 13, 2025, at 103,366 miles passed only after a failure for corroded rear coil springs and an excessively worn nearside front suspension arm bush. While the owner rectified these specific faults, the appearance of structural corrosion at this high mileage suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per year. Between September 2024 at 89,365 miles and August 2025 at 103,366 miles, the van covered 14,000 miles in just under eleven months. This spike in usage relative to the annual average puts accelerated stress on mechanical wear items, which explains the frequent mentions of the brake system and the degradation of the suspension components noted in the test history. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension and braking assembly. The record highlights a recurring issue with brake wear, with thin pads and pitted discs flagged in both 2023 and 2024. Given the recent failure for a worn front suspension arm bush, it is vital to check for play or rubber tearing in the remaining bushes across the axle. Furthermore, the presence of corroded rear coil springs necessitates a thorough check of the underbody to ensure that surface rust has not progressed into structural decay on the mounting points or exhaust system.