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P938 DAB

1997 Opel Omega

Silver Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,931 mi
Last recorded96,931 miles
Recorded on27 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Opel Omega144,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP938 DAB
MakeOpel
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2008 96,931 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

Fail 23 May 2008 96,931 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 87,224 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Omega?

Based on 1,115 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
5,972
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 92
Brake pipe excessively corroded 53
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 35
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31
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P938 DAB is a 1997 Opel Omega in Silver with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Opel Omega models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 144,633 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 Opel Omega fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P938 DAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Omega typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Opel Omega is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P938 DAB?

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What year was P938 DAB registered?

P938 DAB is a 1997 Opel Omega, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P938 DAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P938 DAB shows 3 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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