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P262 BFC

1997 Vauxhall Omega

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

215,017 mi
Last recorded215,017 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP262 BFC
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 215,017 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2013 215,017 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 208,625 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 202,331 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 200,537 miles

Battery insecure

O/S/F fog lense cracked

Oil leak

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

both rear inner sils starting to corrode

engine has a misfire

temporary amber sticker on N/S side repeater

Fail 14 Aug 2010 200,537 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Battery insecure

O/S/F fog lense cracked

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

Oil leak

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

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

both rear inner sils starting to corrode

engine has a misfire

temporary amber sticker on N/S side repeater

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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P262 BFC is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P262 BFC, 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 P262 BFC registered?

P262 BFC is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P262 BFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P262 BFC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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