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R973 EHS

1997 Vauxhall Omega

Black Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,211 mi
Last recorded46,211 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Omega110,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR973 EHS
MakeVauxhall
ModelOmega
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 12 May 2016 46,211 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 44,498 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 43,999 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

all tyres cracking on sidewalls and centre

Pass 27 Mar 2013 43,455 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 42,782 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 42,264 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 41,474 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 40,784 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 40,174 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 39,202 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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R973 EHS is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega in Black with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R973 EHS, 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 R973 EHS registered?

R973 EHS is a 1997 Vauxhall Omega, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R973 EHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R973 EHS shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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