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P449 TUY

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Green Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,264 mi
Last recorded146,264 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP449 TUY
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2012 146,264 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 142,624 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 May 2011 137,506 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2010 129,896 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 120,255 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 109,011 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 95,246 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 77,358 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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P449 TUY is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Green with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P449 TUY, 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

How do I check the history of P449 TUY?

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What year was P449 TUY registered?

P449 TUY is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P449 TUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P449 TUY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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