2020 Vauxhall Combo Life Energy Turbo D S/S 1.5L Diesel · FG70 WVX

The most recent MOT, conducted on 1 October 2025 at 69,068 miles, passed with no defects recorded, confirming the vehicle met all required safety and environmental standards at that point. The maintenance trend, however, cannot be described as stable. A clean MOT record across three tests is reassuring, but the mileage accumulation pattern in the final year is extreme and introduces uncertainty about the true condition of high-wear components. Between the October 2024 test at 24,553 miles and the October 2025 test at 69,068 miles, the car covered 44,515 miles in a single year. This is nearly four times the typical annual mileage for a vehicle of this age and far exceeds the 13,979 miles logged in the preceding thirteen-month period. Such a sharp increase suggests a dramatic change in use, likely involving sustained high-speed motorway running or intensive commercial-style duties. While the MOT passed at that elevated mileage, the vehicle has been in service for a further nine months since the last test, and its current wear state is unverified. A buyer should treat the clean MOT history as a baseline, not a guarantee. A physical inspection must focus on consumables and structural integrity that deteriorate with mileage. Check tyre tread depth, sidewall condition, and date codes, as rapid wear or ageing is probable. Examine brake discs for scoring and thickness, and pads for remaining life. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be assessed for deterioration, given the pounding from high-mileage use. Inspect the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly the mounting points and joints, and look for any fluid leaks around the engine, gearbox, and steering rack. The high recent mileage also warrants a thorough diagnostic scan for stored engine or transmission fault codes and a careful assessment of clutch and dual-mass flywheel condition if applicable. The MOT record itself raises no recurring faults, but the mileage spike demands a meticulous, hands-on evaluation before purchase.