2020 Vauxhall Combo 1.5L Diesel · FL20 KMM

The 2020 Vauxhall Combo presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a pass at its most recent MOT on 29 May 2025 at 119,670 miles. The record shows no defects recorded for this pass, nor for the preceding pass on 28 May 2024 at 101,656 miles. Curiously, the vehicle failed its test on 28 May 2025 at 119,669 miles, just one mile and one day before passing, with no defects officially recorded. A similar pattern occurred on 24 May 2023, failing at 83,233 miles before passing at 83,234 miles on the same day, again with zero defects logged. This suggests the initial failures likely stemmed from administrative issues, registration plate discrepancies, or minor rectifications not captured as standard mechanical defects, rather than recurring mechanical faults. The vehicle's mileage accumulation is notably high for its age, averaging roughly 19,945 miles per year. Between the May 2023 test at 83,234 miles and the May 2024 test at 101,656 miles, the Combo covered 18,422 miles in twelve months. This heavy usage continued, adding another 18,014 miles by the May 2025 test at 119,670 miles. Such sustained high mileage indicates prolonged motorway or commercial driving cycles, which accelerates wear on consumables, suspension bushes, and drivetrain components. The mileage progression is consistent, showing no anomalous gaps that might suggest long periods of inactivity or a disconnected odometer. Given the absence of recorded mechanical failures, the primary concern shifts to the hidden toll of its high-mileage usage. A buyer must inspect the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension mounting points, looking for corrosion or cracking exacerbated by constant use. The braking system requires close scrutiny; high mileage often leads to binding calipers and unevenly worn brake discs that may not trigger an MOT failure yet. Suspension components, particularly coil springs and trailing arm bushes, will likely exhibit fatigue. The exhaust system and its emissions hardware should also be examined for leaks or degradation, as high-mileage components often fail shortly after passing a standard test.