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P232 VAB

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Silver Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,992 mi
Last recorded128,992 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2010
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP232 VAB
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2010 128,992 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 128,992 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 116,274 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 105,137 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 105,136 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 92,947 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 83,208 miles

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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P232 VAB is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Silver with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Omega models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 110,091 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P232 VAB, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Omega is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P232 VAB registered?

P232 VAB is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P232 VAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P232 VAB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P232 VAB have outstanding finance?

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