2013 Vauxhall Combo 1.2L Diesel · SY13 MAY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. In the most recent test on January 2026 at 69,617 miles, the car passed after an initial failure for excessive exhaust emissions and perished rear tyres. While the emissions were rectified, the presence of excessive smoke suggests a potential combustion issue or oil consumption problem that has not been fully resolved. The overall trend shows that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they result in an immediate MOT failure. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 69,617 miles represents an average of approximately 5,355 miles per year. This low-usage profile explains the significant degradation of rubber-based components seen in the records. Between January 2024 and January 2026, the vehicle covered only 2,723 miles, yet the tyres transitioned from cracked to perished and the suspension bushes continued to suffer from age. This pattern indicates the vehicle likely sits for long periods, leading to dry rot in the tyres regardless of the remaining tread depth. A buyer must inspect the suspension and drivetrain closely, as the trailing arm bushes and shock absorber bearings were flagged in 2024 and 2025. The recurring issue of perished tyres across multiple years suggests that the vehicle has been driven on unsafe rubber due to age rather than wear. The exhaust failure in January 2026 requires a thorough smoke test inspection to ensure the engine is not burning oil or suffering from a injector failure. The prospective buyer should also check the exhaust system for corrosion, as the mounts were previously noted as defective in 2024.