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P391 GEF

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Grey Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,241 mi
Last recorded128,241 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP391 GEF
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2010 128,241 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear suspension bushes perished

all brake pipes corroded

Fail 26 Jun 2010 128,240 miles

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

all brake pipes corroded

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear suspension bushes perished

Pass 23 Jun 2009 114,698 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 108,906 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 102,693 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 99,606 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside front door check strap broken.

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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P391 GEF is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Grey with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P391 GEF, 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.

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What year was P391 GEF registered?

P391 GEF is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 10 March 1997.

Is P391 GEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P391 GEF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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