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W61 VEF

2000 Opel Omega

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

131,102 mi
Last recorded131,102 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2014
Typical for 2000 Opel Omega88,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW61 VEF
MakeOpel
ModelOmega
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2014 131,102 miles

Oil leak

all brake discs pitted

Fail 7 Jan 2014 131,102 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

all brake discs pitted

Pass 2 Jul 2012 127,759 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 127,748 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 May 2011 122,906 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 122,906 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 118,082 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2009 115,721 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 109,344 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 109,344 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2006 100,364 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Opel Omega?

Based on 1,115 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
5,972
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 92
Brake pipe excessively corroded 53
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 35
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31
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W61 VEF is a 2000 Opel Omega in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2000 Opel Omega models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 88,801 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Opel Omega fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W61 VEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Omega typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 26 years old, this Opel Omega is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W61 VEF?

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What year was W61 VEF registered?

W61 VEF is a 2000 Opel Omega, first registered on 15 May 2000.

Is W61 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W61 VEF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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