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R109 GGR

1997 Opel Vectra

Beige Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

154,978 mi
Last recorded154,978 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2007
Typical for 1997 Opel Vectra100,938 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR109 GGR
MakeOpel
ModelVectra
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2007 154,978 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 154,978 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

air bag light on

offside rear door damage

offside rear sill damage

Pass 19 Jul 2006 140,824 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

near side wiper split

oil on min mark

Fail 19 Jul 2006 140,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

air bag warning lamp staying on

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

near side front wiper split

oil on min mark

How Reliable is the Opel Vectra?

Based on 5,243 MOT tests across 693 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
6,405
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 371
Brake pipe excessively corroded 311
Registration plate lamp not working 189
position lamp(s) not working 141
Direction indicator incorrect colour 137
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R109 GGR is a 1997 Opel Vectra in Beige with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Opel Vectra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 100,938 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 Vectra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R109 GGR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Vectra typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Opel Vectra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R109 GGR registered?

R109 GGR is a 1997 Opel Vectra, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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