Opel Omega MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Opel Omega. Check any Omega by registration number below.

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88.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.1%

vs Opel Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Opel Omega — MOT Reliability Overview

The Opel Omega has an average MOT pass rate of 88.8%, which is 3.1 percentage points below the Opel brand average of 91.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Omega is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Opel Omega, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Opel Omega performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 65 vehicles

87.7%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

2005

Based on 56 vehicles

98.2%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

Mileage at 5yr

228k mi

2004

Based on 127 vehicles

90.6%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

Mileage at 5yr

220k mi

Mileage at 10yr

202k mi

2003

Based on 446 vehicles

91.9%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

Mileage at 5yr

138k mi

Mileage at 10yr

214k mi

2002

Based on 1,142 vehicles

90.0%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

Mileage at 10yr

212k mi

2001

Based on 1,573 vehicles

90.1%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

Mileage at 10yr

207k mi

2000

Based on 1,970 vehicles

89.6%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

Mileage at 10yr

206k mi

1999

Based on 1,670 vehicles

88.0%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

Mileage at 10yr

211k mi

1998

Based on 1,693 vehicles

88.4%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

Mileage at 10yr

203k mi

1997

Based on 1,773 vehicles

88.4%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

1996

Based on 1,802 vehicles

85.4%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

1995

Based on 1,602 vehicles

85.4%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

1994

Based on 1,044 vehicles

85.9%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

1993

Based on 501 vehicles

83.8%Good

Opel average: 91.9%

1992

Based on 213 vehicles

85.9%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

1991

Based on 144 vehicles

89.6%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

1990

Based on 126 vehicles

91.3%Excellent

Opel average: 91.9%

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99.4% pass rate

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96.7% pass rate

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97.6% pass rate

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99.6% pass rate

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96.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Opel Omega

Opel Omega — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Opel Omega MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Opel Omega?

The average MOT pass rate for the Opel Omega is 88.8% compared to the Opel average of 91.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Opel Omega?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Opel Omega reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 88.8%, the Opel Omega is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Opel Omega?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Opel Omega?

Typical mileage for the Opel Omega: 228,283 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Omega to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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