2014 Vauxhall Combo 1.2L Diesel · GY14 XBD

The latest MOT on 25 March 2024 was a failure. The main defect was a fractured or broken near‑side front coil spring, a critical safety issue that could lead to a loss of control if it fails while driving. The wiper on the same side also does not clear the windscreen, which is a minor but still important safety concern. Earlier MOTs show a pattern of recurring mechanical wear. In 2022 the vehicle failed for several suspension and brake problems: the front lower suspension arm ball joint and the anti‑roll bar ball joint were excessively worn, the parking brake lever had excessive movement and the performance was only just at the minimum. The clutch pedal rubber was missing and an oil leak was noted. In 2021 the same missing clutch pedal rubber and oil leak were recorded, along with a broken front anti‑roll bar dust cover. Overall the trend is worsening rather than improving. The same components that were failing in 2022 are still problematic in 2024, and the new failure of the front coil spring indicates that the front suspension is deteriorating. The mileage of 79,215 m on a 12‑year‑old vehicle is roughly average, so the wear is not unusually high, but the repeated suspension and brake defects suggest that parts are being replaced or repaired rather than the vehicle being driven lightly.