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R694 SBM

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,978 mi
Last recorded124,978 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR694 SBM
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Dec 2011 124,978 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 123,604 miles

both front brake discs pitted and rusty on inside surface

Pass 17 Nov 2009 118,715 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 114,711 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 107,204 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 92,430 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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R694 SBM is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R694 SBM, 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

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What year was R694 SBM registered?

R694 SBM is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R694 SBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R694 SBM shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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