2008 Vauxhall Combo 1.2L Diesel · WM08 MTZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history, despite its high mileage. The most recent test conducted in June 2022 at 181,021 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories, indicating that the vehicle met all safety and emissions standards at that time. While a failure occurred in early June 2021 at 179,462 miles, the immediate pass eleven days later suggests a minor issue was rectified quickly rather than a systemic mechanical failure. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a commercial vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Data shows a steady accumulation of roughly 9,000 miles between April 2019 and March 2020, followed by approximately 8,200 miles in the year leading up to the 2021 test. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has avoided long periods of stationary-related degradation. However, because the last recorded MOT is now four years old as of June 2026, the current mechanical state of the vehicle is unknown and represents significant risk without a fresh inspection. A buyer must focus a physical inspection on structural integrity and suspension components, which are common failure points for the Vauxhall Combo at the 180,000-mile mark. Check the chassis for advanced corrosion near the mounting points and inspect the suspension bushes for perished rubber. Given the absence of recent advisories in the 2022 record, the buyer should specifically test the brakes for binding calipers and check the brake discs for excessive pitting, as the four-year gap since the last official test increases the likelihood that consumable parts have deteriorated beyond safe tolerances.