2016 Vauxhall Combo 1.6L Diesel · GL16 UFB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive servicing. The most recent test in July 2025 at 56,931 miles passed with no new defects, following a failed test in the previous year. While the vehicle has cleared its immediate safety requirements, the history of recurring failures regarding lighting and braking suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure. At 56,931 miles over ten years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 5,700 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for a commercial van. The data shows a consistent usage pattern, with 8,601 miles covered between July 2023 and 2024, and another 3,127 miles in the year leading the last test. This low mileage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber-based components and potential corrosion on brake surfaces due to periods of inactivity, despite the low mechanical wear from engine use. A buyer should focus inspection on the front braking system, as the July 2024 failure highlighted pitted and scored discs alongside thin pads. While these were replaced prior to the subsequent pass, the recurring nature of pitting suggests the calipers should be checked for sticking or minor seizing. The front windscreen has been flagged as damaged in both 2024 and 2025; although it did not cause a failure, the persistent damage should be monitored for potential structural cracks in the glass. Furthermore, the history of headlamp failures in 2023 and 2024 indicates a need to check the wiring and bulb sockets to ensure no intermittent electrical faults are present.