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R771 DAB

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

143,668 mi
Last recorded143,668 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2009
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR771 DAB
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2009 143,668 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 143,657 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Fail 19 Oct 2007 140,233 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

both rear outer c.v.gaitors perishing

Pass 19 Oct 2007 140,233 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

both rear outer c.v.gaitors perishing

Pass 17 Oct 2006 136,763 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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R771 DAB is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R771 DAB, 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 R771 DAB registered?

R771 DAB is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R771 DAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R771 DAB shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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