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P908 UBF

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

171,732 mi
Last recorded171,732 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP908 UBF
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2011 171,732 miles

thorn in nearside front tyre

Fail 13 Apr 2011 171,732 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

thorn in nearside front tyre

Pass 14 Apr 2010 170,413 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 161,143 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 161,143 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 149,598 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 149,488 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2007 137,304 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 127,000 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 127,000 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 May 2005 117,973 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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P908 UBF is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P908 UBF, 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 P908 UBF registered?

P908 UBF is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P908 UBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P908 UBF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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