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R868 PST

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Grey Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,820 mi
Last recorded147,820 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR868 PST
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2008 147,820 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 136,334 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 123,936 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 123,932 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2005 113,236 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2005 112,760 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

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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R868 PST is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Grey with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R868 PST, 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 R868 PST registered?

R868 PST is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R868 PST safe to buy?

The MOT history for R868 PST shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R868 PST have outstanding finance?

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