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R688 OUY

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Green Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

175,500 mi
Last recorded175,500 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR688 OUY
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 175,500 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 166,380 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 166,310 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded idler arm (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded steering box (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 159,497 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 154,691 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 150,338 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 147,664 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 143,760 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 134,660 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 127,730 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 125,003 miles

both front tyre treads slightly distorted.

Pass 29 Jul 2008 118,675 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 111,393 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 106,187 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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R688 OUY is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Green with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R688 OUY, 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 R688 OUY registered?

R688 OUY is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 2 December 1997.

Is R688 OUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R688 OUY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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