2019 Vauxhall Combo Energy Turbo D S/S — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,046 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Vauxhall Combo Energy Turbo D S/S, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 87.3% was below the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 15.1% in the 60-90k group versus 9.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 6.1% | 64 |
| 2 | Tyres | 5.8% | 61 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 4.9% | 51 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.9% | 30 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.7% | 18 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.7% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 48 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 38 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 37 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 34 |
| 5 | Washers | 23 |
| 6 | Joints | 14 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 24.1% | 252 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.7% | 154 |
| 3 | Other defects | 8.2% | 86 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.4% | 35 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 2.6% | 27 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.1% | 22 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 428 | 9.1% |
| 30-60k | 485 | 14.4% |
| 60-90k | 106 | 15.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 248 | 12.5% |
| 2023 | 262 | 11.1% |
| 2024 | 277 | 15.2% |
| 2025 | 258 | 12.0% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Combo Energy Turbo D S/S
Before buying a 2019 Vauxhall Combo Energy Turbo D S/S, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 6.1% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (6.1% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (5.8% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (4.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Vauxhall Combo Energy Turbo D S/Ss pass their MOT?
87.3% of the 1,046 2019 Vauxhall Combo Energy Turbo D S/S MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Vauxhall Combo Energy Turbo D S/S?
Visibility, recorded in 6.1% of tests, followed by tyres (5.8%).
Does the 2019 Combo Energy Turbo D S/S get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.1% in the 0-30k band to 15.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,046 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.