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M561 XER

1996 Opel Omega

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,963 mi
Last recorded145,963 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2007
Typical for 1996 Opel Omega97,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM561 XER
MakeOpel
ModelOmega
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2007 145,963 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 145,963 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 138,700 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

oil leak

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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M561 XER is a 1996 Opel Omega in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Opel Omega models, the average MOT pass rate is 56.1% with a typical mileage of 97,466 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M561 XER, 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 30 years old, this Opel Omega is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M561 XER registered?

M561 XER is a 1996 Opel Omega, first registered on 12 February 1996.

Is M561 XER safe to buy?

The MOT history for M561 XER shows 3 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.

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