2006 Vauxhall Combo 2000 Cdti 16v MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Combo 2000 Cdti 16v models manufactured in 2006, based on 83 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2006 Vauxhall Combo 2000 Cdti 16v MOT Analysis
The 2006 Vauxhall Combo 2000 Cdti 16v has an MOT pass rate of 56.6% based on 83 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 89,116 miles on the odometer. With a 43.4% failure rate, the 2006 Combo 2000 Cdti 16v is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2006 Vauxhall Combo 2000 Cdti 16v is Tyres, responsible for 2.4% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment is the second most common issue at 2.4%.
Top failures specific to 2006 models only. The overall Combo 2000 Cdti 16v page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 2.4% | 2 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.4% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 89,116 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 0.27 | 2.4% | 2 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.27 | 2.4% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2006 Vauxhall Combo 2000 Cdti 16v has an MOT pass rate of 56.6% based on 83 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 89,116 miles on the odometer. With a 43.4% failure rate, the 2006 Combo 2000 Cdti 16v is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2006 Vauxhall Combo 2000 Cdti 16v, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. With an average mileage of 89,116 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Tyres — 2.4% of failures
Tyres issues account for 2.4% of MOT failures on 2006 Vauxhall Combo 2000 Cdti 16v models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 2.4% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 2.4% of MOT failures on 2006 Vauxhall Combo 2000 Cdti 16v models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.