2019 Vauxhall Combo 1.5L Diesel · VE69 MMV

The 2019 Vauxhall Combo presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent test on 28 November 2025 at 50,040 miles passed, but both front wishbone rear bushes were flagged as worn, though not yet causing excessive movement. This is a notable escalation from the clean bill of health in November 2023 at 33,046 miles, suggesting the front suspension is now entering a wear phase typical of a van approaching 50,000 miles. The trend is not alarming, but it is one of gradual mechanical fatigue rather than proactive preventative upkeep, as the tester identified no such wear two years prior. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable. From 33,046 miles in November 2023 to 42,236 miles in November 2024, the van covered roughly 9,190 miles in twelve months, then added a further 7,804 miles by November 2025. This averages around 7,149 miles per year over its life, which is typical for a light commercial vehicle used for local or regional deliveries. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer record that would suggest tampering or prolonged standing. The November 2024 failure is more revealing than the pass. At 41,998 miles, the tester found an inoperative engine malfunction indicator lamp, a failed screenwasher, a structural bulge in the offside front tyre sidewall, and a non-functioning high-level brake light. The tyre fault in particular, indicating internal separation of the inner sidewall, points to impact damage or underinflation rather than simple wear. The MIL being inoperative is a compliance concern that could mask emission-related faults. These issues were rectified before the retest ten days later, but the pattern suggests the van was not being inspected regularly between services. A buyer should focus on the front suspension and drivetrain during any physical inspection. The November 2023 failure noted excessive knocking from the front driveshafts, and the November 2025 pass recorded worn wishbone bushes on both sides, indicating the front end has been under stress. Check the inner wheel arches and subframe mounting points for corrosion, inspect the condition of the driveshaft boots and CV joints, and verify that the engine MIL illuminates briefly on ignition. The rear brakes and exhaust should also be examined, as these are common corrosion points on panel vans of this age and mileage.