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R243 ENW

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Green Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,812 mi
Last recorded123,812 miles
Recorded on15 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR243 ENW
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 May 2008 123,812 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 121,073 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front number plate slightly damaged.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front lower suspension arm rear bush just starting to perish.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight weep from pipes off of power steering resivior.

Pass 4 Sep 2006 111,238 miles

Front number plate deteriorating.

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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R243 ENW is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Green with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R243 ENW, 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 R243 ENW?

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What year was R243 ENW registered?

R243 ENW is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R243 ENW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R243 ENW shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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