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VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/S (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 63 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

84%

Total Tests (2024)

63

Avg Mileage

18,867 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,500

Is the 2021 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/S reliable?

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

At 3 years old, 84% of VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/Ss from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 63 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 18,867 miles.

How does the 2021 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/S compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars3179th out of 3,373(top 94%)
Rank among all VAUXHALL models514th out of 882(top 58%)
vs national average+2% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-8% (92% avg)
vs VAUXHALL average+0% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/S has 18,867 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

How much does a 2021 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/S cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1499cc)
£905
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,500
Per month£125/mo

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

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About the 2021 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/S

The 2021 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/S is a small family car with a 1499cc diesel engine. 63 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 94% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 18,867 miles at 3 years old, VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/S owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/S Fuel Costs

The 1499cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/S?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,500 (£125/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 84% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2021 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/S

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. Note: with only 63 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2021 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE EDITION TURBO D S/S

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