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R962 CGS

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Grey Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

196,486 mi
Last recorded196,486 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR962 CGS
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2011 196,486 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 188,669 miles

front lights lenzes slightly dim

front pads getting low

n/s/f brake disc scored on inner edge

o/s/f tyre tread getting low

rear brake pads low

slight exhaust blow o/s/f exhaust joint middle of the car

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing or rack

Pass 21 Nov 2008 180,530 miles

front head lights slightly misted

rear tyres bold on inner edge

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 20 Nov 2007 174,572 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2007 174,334 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2006 168,552 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 168,442 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated 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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R962 CGS is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Grey with a 2,962cc 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 R962 CGS, 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 R962 CGS registered?

R962 CGS is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R962 CGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R962 CGS 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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