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R439 LOK

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Black Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

198,485 mi
Last recorded198,485 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2008
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR439 LOK
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2008 198,485 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 188,046 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 176,479 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 176,481 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Sep 2005 168,104 miles

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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R439 LOK is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Black with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R439 LOK, 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.

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How do I check the history of R439 LOK?

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What year was R439 LOK registered?

R439 LOK is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 12 November 1997.

Is R439 LOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R439 LOK shows 5 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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