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R488 UOR

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Green Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,481 mi
Last recorded119,481 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR488 UOR
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2011 119,481 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 117,539 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 115,875 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 113,330 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 113,330 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 109,606 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 106,030 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 106,030 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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R488 UOR is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Green with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R488 UOR, 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 R488 UOR?

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What year was R488 UOR registered?

R488 UOR is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R488 UOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R488 UOR shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R488 UOR have outstanding finance?

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