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P834 BDF

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

178,837 mi
Last recorded178,837 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP834 BDF
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2010 178,837 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 160,750 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2008 141,306 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 141,306 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 133,281 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 126,121 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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P834 BDF is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Blue 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 P834 BDF, 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 P834 BDF registered?

P834 BDF is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P834 BDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P834 BDF 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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