Vauxhall Combo (2019)
2019 Vauxhall Combo
CarHunch analysed 15,919 real MOT records for the 2019 Vauxhall Combo. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2019 Vauxhall Combo sits bang on the UK average with a 79.8% first-time pass rate, but a significant concern emerges: 26% of vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above the typical threshold. Diesel models underperform petrol variants notably—79.2% pass rate versus 85.1%—so if you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection is essential.
At 50,000 miles median, these Combos show typical wear for their age, yet they average 1.11 failures per test and nearly 5 advisories each, suggesting nibbling maintenance costs rather than catastrophic problems. Before committing, have any used example thoroughly checked by a mechanic who knows Vauxhalls, particularly the diesel engine and emissions systems, which appear to be the weak points.
What to check before buying a 2019 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.
- ⚠️ 26% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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 (90%) | 14,271 | 79.2% | 1.14 |
| Petrol (10%) | 1,646 | 85.1% | 0.82 |
| Diesel (0%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2019 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 2019 Vauxhall Combo vehicles fall between 35,552 and 66,511 miles.
2019 Vauxhall Combo — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 14,684 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2019 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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26.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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26.4%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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20.8%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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18.6%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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17.3%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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15.2%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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10.8%
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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9.6%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2019. Counts include advisories and failures.
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