How much does a 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO cost to run?

Estimated annual running cost is £1,555 (£130/month), including £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO?

The 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO has a 82% MOT pass rate based on 16,650 tests in 2026. This ranks 2485 out of 2596 cars from 2020.

Which year VAUXHALL COMBO is most reliable?

The 2021 VAUXHALL COMBO has the highest MOT pass rate at 85%. The least reliable year is 2003 at 65%.

What is the average mileage for a 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO?

The average mileage for a 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO is 50,243 miles, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

VAUXHALL COMBO (2020)

Q: Is the 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 82% of VAUXHALL COMBOs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026, based on 16,650 tests. That's 0 points above the national average of 82%.

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 16,650 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,555

£130/month

MOT Pass Rate

82%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 5-15

1199cc Petrol

Solid Option

82% pass rate, £1555/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1199cc6 years old16,650 tests50k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1199cc)

~50 mpg

£955

Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£1,555

Per month£130/mo

Per week£30/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

82% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 6 years old, 82% of VAUXHALL COMBOs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 16,650 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 50,243 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 cars2485th of 2,596(top 96%)

Rank among VAUXHALL models547th of 882(top 62%)

vs national average+0%(82% avg)

vs 2020 cars average-10%(92% avg)

vs VAUXHALL average-2%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

50,243

Average miles

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO has 50,243 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 85% MOT pass rate, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 65%. The 2020 sits between the two at 82%.

VAUXHALL COMBO by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	85%	2,256	44,074 mi
2020	82%	16,650	50,243 mi
2019	84%	26,189	56,702 mi
2018	81%	5,210	68,773 mi
2017	77%	6,624	82,586 mi
2016	75%	9,354	96,356 mi
2015	74%	9,819	102,757 mi
2014	73%	9,086	106,793 mi
2013	72%	6,354	111,544 mi
2012	70%	5,907	115,666 mi
2011	74%	13,518	110,613 mi
2010	72%	12,858	110,980 mi
2009	69%	8,183	121,545 mi
2008	68%	10,804	129,928 mi
2007	68%	9,039	133,235 mi
2006	66%	6,903	128,920 mi
2005	67%	4,689	128,941 mi
2004	65%	4,226	139,747 mi
2003	65%	3,142	138,909 mi
2002	67%	960	137,264 mi
2001	66%	180	111,186 mi
2000	67%	83	110,182 mi
1999	84%	106	105,727 mi
1998	83%	81	123,220 mi
1997	79%	47	134,272 mi
1996	75%	79	107,082 mi
1995	71%	49	116,969 mi

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VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

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£1,582/year

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+10%

VAUXHALL CORSA

2018 · 1398cc Petrol

£1,732/year

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About the 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO

The 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO is a city car with a 1199cc petrol engine. 16,650 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 96% of 2020 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 50,243 miles at 6 years old, VAUXHALL COMBO owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 VAUXHALL COMBO Fuel Costs

The modest 1199cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,555 (£130/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 82% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

VAUXHALL COMBO Reliability Trend

Newer VAUXHALL COMBOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO

At 6 years old, the VAUXHALL COMBO offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 85%. With 16,650 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Insurance	Total/yr
VAUXHALL COMBO(2020)	82%	£955	£195	Grp 5-15	£1555
FORD FIESTA(2018)	90%	£955	£190	Grp 1-8	£1400-£155
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)	92%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582+£27
VAUXHALL CORSA(2018)	85%	£1137	£190	Grp 8-20	£1732+£177
NISSAN QASHQAI(2018)	87%	£955	£190	Grp 5-15	£1550-£5

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.