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R785 MCA

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,892 mi
Last recorded100,892 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2008
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR785 MCA
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2008 100,892 miles

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

both rear indicators faded

of side rear return spring for park brake mechinism broken.near side is missing

Pass 18 Aug 2007 87,867 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 81,359 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 81,359 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Jul 2005 75,824 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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R785 MCA is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R785 MCA, 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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How do I check the history of R785 MCA?

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What year was R785 MCA registered?

R785 MCA is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R785 MCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R785 MCA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R785 MCA have outstanding finance?

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