2013 Vauxhall Combo 1.2L Diesel · WN63 GWA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 70,483 miles, this followed a failure just one month prior for multiple mechanical issues. The presence of a defective rear exhaust mounting and a worn offside rear tyre indicates that the owner only addresses faults when they directly threaten an MOT pass certificate, rather than performing routine inspections between annual intervals. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 70,483 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,400 miles per year. This low usage profile often reduces wear on drivetrain components, yet it can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber-based parts. Between February 2024 and January 2025, the vehicle covered 8,118 miles, a significant increase over its annual average, followed by only 3,954 miles in the following year. This suggests the vehicle may sit periodically, which explains the sudden failure of suspension components despite the overall low mileage. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the suspension system, as both front coil springs were flagged as fractured in January 2025. Although these were likely replaced, the buyer should check for signs of corrosion or fatigue on the remaining springs and bushes. The recent failure regarding the brake pedal anti-slip provision in early 2026 is a minor safety oversight, but it highlights a lack of attention to the vehicle's safety-critical hardware prior to the test center visit. The exhaust system also requires scrutiny as the rear backbox mount was noted as defective in the most recent test, suggesting the mounting hardware is beginning to perish.