Vauxhall Combo (1993)
1993 Vauxhall Combo
CarHunch analysed 525 real MOT records for the 1993 Vauxhall Combo. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1993 Vauxhall Combo has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 62.1%, well below the UK average of 80%, which means nearly four in ten fail their test. Dangerous defects are present in 15.2% of these vehicles, a moderate concern but not exceptionally high, though buyers should factor in the age and expect meaningful remedial work before purchase.
These Combos are running at a median mileage of 141,500 miles—reasonable for a 31-year-old van—but they're failing on an average of 1.89 problems per test, suggesting systemic wear rather than isolated issues. Before committing to one, budget for around four advisory-level items and budget for repairs, as the data shows these are working vehicles that demand proper maintenance to pass.
What to check before buying a 1993 Vauxhall Combo
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 521 | 62.2% | 1.88 |
| Petrol (1%) | 4 | 52.4% | 2.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1993 Vauxhall Combo vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1993 Vauxhall Combo vehicles fall between 115,572 and 170,237 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1993 Vauxhall Combo
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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25%
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded
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21.4%
Oil leak
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21.2%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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19.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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18.5%
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid
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17.1%
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm
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15.2%
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
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14.9%
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1993. Counts include advisories and failures.
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