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FMI08477

1996 Opel Omega

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

236,118 mi
Last recorded236,118 miles
Recorded on9 May 2012
Typical for 1996 Opel Omega97,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMI08477
MakeOpel
ModelOmega
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 May 2012 236,118 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Opel Omega?

Based on 1,115 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
5,972
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 92
Brake pipe excessively corroded 53
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 35
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31
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FMI08477 is a 1996 Opel Omega in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1996 Opel Omega models, the average MOT pass rate is 56.1% with a typical mileage of 97,466 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Opel Omega fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FMI08477, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Omega typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Opel Omega is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FMI08477 registered?

FMI08477 is a 1996 Opel Omega, first registered on 2 May 1996.

Is FMI08477 safe to buy?

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