2021 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Sportive TD 1.5L Diesel · YN21 DPP

A pattern of tyre and brake wear advisories has defined the MOT history of this 2021 Vauxhall Combo 2300 Sportive TD, with a minor defect for both front wiper blades also recorded at the most recent test on 25 August 2026. Each of the three recorded tests has resulted in a pass, with no failures or refusals on record, but every test has carried advisories pointing to the same general mechanical theme: the consumable running gear is working through its service life at a steady rate. The 2024 test flagged pitted and scored rear brake discs, the 2025 test noted both rear tyres worn down to 3mm, and the 2026 test recorded all four tyres as worn close to the legal limit alongside a minor wiper defect. The trajectory from brake components to tyres to tyres-plus-wipers shows a vehicle that is being used regularly and accumulating wear across contact and friction surfaces rather than exhibiting any single chronic defect. The recorded mileage of 48,293 miles across approximately five years equates to an annual accumulation of around 9,659 miles, which is broadly typical for a light commercial vehicle of this age and class. The gap between each annual MOT is consistent with continued active use rather than any extended lay-up period, and there are no unusual jumps or stagnations in the testing cadence that would suggest the vehicle has been off the road or has had its odometer clocked irregularly. For a Combo of this specification, this level of usage implies that mechanical components such as clutches, dual-mass flywheels, turbochargers, injectors, suspension bushes, and front brake components are all working through their expected service envelopes and are unlikely to be in a particularly low-wear or pristine state. Consistent annual mileage on a commercial derivative also tends to mean sustained load-bearing activity, which keeps steering and suspension joints working but does accelerate wear on certain underbody and drivetrain components. For a prospective buyer, the advisory trail should focus attention on the brake system, the tyres, and the wiper mechanism. The 2024 advisory regarding pitted and scored rear brake discs is particularly relevant: although not flagged as seriously weakened at that point, a further two years of use means the discs are likely to have continued to deteriorate and may now be at or near minimum thickness, while the rear brake pads will probably be due for replacement alongside any new discs. On a test drive, listen for any binding or grinding from the rear calipers, feel for any pulling or judder under braking, and check that the handbrake holds the vehicle on an incline without excessive travel. The tyre advisories across two consecutive tests confirm an active wear pattern, so all four tyres should be inspected for tread depth, even wear across the tread face, and any feathering or cupping that might point to tracking, alignment, or suspension geometry issues such as worn wishbone bushes, drop links, or strut top mounts. Uneven shoulder wear on a commercial vehicle that often carries load can also indicate rear leaf spring fatigue or weakened coil springs at the front, both of which are worth checking visually and by bouncing each corner to confirm the dampers damp promptly. Finally, the minor wiper blade defect recorded at the 2026 test is a straightforward item but worth resolving before the onset of autumnal weather, and it also serves as a prompt to inspect the rest of the wiper linkage, the washer system, and the condition of the front screen for any stone chips that could be worth repairing. A general underbody inspection is advisable given the commercial nature of the vehicle, paying particular attention to corrosion on brake lines, fuel lines, the subframe, and the exhaust system, as well as any signs of fluid leaks from the engine, gearbox, or steering rack. With typical mileage, no MOT failures, and a consistent advisory pattern limited to wear-related items, the vehicle presents a roadworthy baseline, but the buyer should budget for imminent tyre replacement, probable rear brake refurbishment, and routine commercial-vehicle servicing items as part of any acquisition.