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R859 SPX

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,204 mi
Last recorded97,204 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR859 SPX
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2010 97,204 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 84,966 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 79,445 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 79,445 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Please note we do CHECK REAR SEAT BELTS.

Pass 4 Dec 2006 77,092 miles

exhaust blow to rear center pipes. †lip of rust to front discs inner surface.

Fail 4 Dec 2006 77,092 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 76,240 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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R859 SPX is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R859 SPX, 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 R859 SPX?

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What year was R859 SPX registered?

R859 SPX is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 8 September 1997.

Is R859 SPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R859 SPX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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