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VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A (2020)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 339 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

87%

Total Tests (2024)

339

Avg Mileage

28,586 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,500

Is the 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A reliable?

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

At 4 years old, 87% of VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S As from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 339 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 28,586 miles.

How does the 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A compare?

Rank among all 2020 cars2234th out of 2,596(top 86%)
Rank among all VAUXHALL models420th out of 882(top 48%)
vs national average+5% (82% avg)
vs 2020 cars average-5% (92% avg)
vs VAUXHALL average+3% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A has 28,586 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

How much does a 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A 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 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A

The 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A is a small family car with a 1499cc diesel engine. 339 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 86% of 2020 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 28,586 miles at 4 years old, VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A 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 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A?

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 87% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A

At 4 years old, the VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Alternatives to the 2020 VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE ELITE TURBO D S/S A

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