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FT53 FXV

2004 Vauxhall Omega

Red Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

164,897 mi
Last recorded164,897 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Omega65,588 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT53 FXV
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 164,897 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

engine light on

plastic covers on outer sills not allowing full inspection

Fail 22 Feb 2017 164,897 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen wiper blade missing both (8.2.2)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

engine light on

fuel filter corroding

plastic covers on outer sills not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Mar 2016 151,702 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front headlights deteriorating

Fail 14 Mar 2016 151,702 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front headlights deteriorating

coolant low

Pass 6 Mar 2015 138,941 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

coolant leak

Fail 6 Mar 2015 138,941 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

coolant leak

Pass 18 Mar 2014 128,351 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Mar 2014 128,351 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2013 114,148 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine management light on

Pass 16 Mar 2012 99,491 miles

engine management light on

Pass 15 Mar 2011 83,265 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 83,265 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

border line pass hand brake lever travel

engine warning light on

Pass 23 Mar 2010 62,341 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

hand brake travel high

Pass 24 Mar 2009 37,188 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 29,689 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 22,577 miles

rear tyres are on legal limit in the centre of tyres

small stone chips windowscreen

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Omega?

Based on 680,295 MOT tests across 93,349 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
5,710
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
93,349
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55,888
Brake pipe excessively corroded 41,985
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 27,717
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18,762
coil spring incomplete 18,025
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FT53 FXV is a 2004 Vauxhall Omega in Red with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2004 Vauxhall Omega models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 65,588 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 Vauxhall Omega fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 55,888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FT53 FXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Omega typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this Vauxhall Omega is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FT53 FXV registered?

FT53 FXV is a 2004 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is FT53 FXV safe to buy?

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