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R602 TUJ

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

143,471 mi
Last recorded143,471 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR602 TUJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2012 143,471 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 132,818 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 122,488 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 122,488 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 112,215 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 100,371 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 88,901 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 77,916 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Jul 2005 67,890 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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R602 TUJ is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R602 TUJ, 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 R602 TUJ?

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What year was R602 TUJ registered?

R602 TUJ is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R602 TUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R602 TUJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R602 TUJ have outstanding finance?

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