2009 Vauxhall Combo 1.2L Diesel · FE09 UYU

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a clear trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in May 2025 at 153,894 miles, the record shows several new advisories including an exhaust leak, pitted rear brake discs, and a damaged windscreen. The condition of the suspension is a persistent concern as oil misting on shock absorbers has appeared across multiple years, suggesting the components are nearing the end of their functional life. At 153,894 miles over 17 years, the Vauxhall averages approximately 9,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a commercial vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent mileage accumulation, with roughly 6,000 to 7,000 miles driven between annual tests. However, the failure in May 2024 at 146,419 miles due to four tyres being at or below the legal tread depth limit indicates that the previous owner neglected basic consumable maintenance until forced to act by a test failure. A prospective buyer must closely inspect the entire suspension assembly, as the ongoing misting on the shock absorbers noted since 2023 will likely lead to total failure soon. The braking system requires attention; the history shows thin pads and scored discs in 2022, followed by pitted rear discs in 2025. Additionally, the exhaust flexi leak identified in the latest test needs to be addressed to prevent further structural degradation and potential emission failures. Given the age and mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and floor pans is also essential, as the record does not explicitly rule out hidden rust.