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R194 GHS

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Black Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2012
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,032 mi
Last recorded106,032 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR194 GHS
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2011 106,032 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 96,587 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 87,552 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 79,432 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 70,261 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 70,261 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 66,423 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 62,341 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2005 56,191 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 56,191 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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R194 GHS is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Black with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R194 GHS, 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

How do I check the history of R194 GHS?

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What year was R194 GHS registered?

R194 GHS is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R194 GHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R194 GHS shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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