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PLZ 1809

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Silver Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

157,226 mi
Last recorded157,226 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2008
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLZ 1809
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2008 157,226 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 157,226 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2007 149,777 miles

exhaust rusty repaired but not yet blowing

headlamp patterns diffused

n/s/f lower inner suspension mount ageing

n/s/f tyre shouldered and close to legal limit.

n/s/r tyre close to legal limit

o/s/f lower inner suspension mount ageing

o/s/r tyre close to legal limit and ageing

rear shock absorbers damp.

stone chipped windscreen

Pass 11 Jan 2006 144,165 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 11 Jan 2006 144,165 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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PLZ 1809 is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Silver with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PLZ 1809, 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 PLZ 1809 registered?

PLZ 1809 is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 7 January 1997.

Is PLZ 1809 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLZ 1809 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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