2007 Vauxhall Combo 1.7L Diesel · MF07 MJE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed the most recent test in November 2025 at 138,986 miles, the record shows advisories for worn front brake discs and a rear exhaust leak. These issues are a recurrence of faults noted in August 2022, suggesting that components are being run to their limits before replacement. The trend remains stable but marginal, as mechanical faults are only addressed once they trigger a failure or an advisory status. At 19 years old, the recorded 138,986 miles represent an average of approximately 7,300 miles per year, which is consistent with a light vehicle of this age. The data shows a steady usage pattern, with roughly 14,000 miles covered between September 2023 and November 2025. This consistent mileage explains the gradual degradation of components, particularly the 2024 period where the vehicle failed due to a defective gearbox mounting, steering rack inner joints, and multiple tyre failures at 132,877 miles. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the steering and suspension geometry. The 2024 failure highlighted significant play in the steering rack inner joints and a track rod end, which indicates the front-end suspension components are under heavy wear. The persistent misting on the front shock absorbers noted in both 2022 and 2023 requires close monitoring to ensure the seals have not perished completely. Furthermore, the recurring exhaust leak from the back box suggests the system is thinning from corrosion and will likely require a full replacement in the near future to pass subsequent tests.