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R531 HFH

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

177,723 mi
Last recorded177,723 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2007
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR531 HFH
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2007 177,723 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

cut in inner side wall of offside rear tyre, though not deep enough to show ply

nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 24 Feb 2006 149,401 miles

offside rear hand brake return spring broke

small hole in back box

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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R531 HFH is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 R531 HFH, 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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What year was R531 HFH registered?

R531 HFH is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R531 HFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R531 HFH shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R531 HFH have outstanding finance?

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