2002 Vauxhall Omega 2.2L Diesel · YS02 FPC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deteriorating suspension and structural components. While it passed its latest test in November 2025 at 125,219 miles, it failed just one day prior due to an inoperative engine management system light. This failure suggests a critical electrical or sensor fault that was addressed immediately before the pass. The recurring nature of suspension wear across multiple years indicates that the vehicle is reaching the end of the service life for various bushings and joints. At 24 years old, the recorded mileage of 125,219 miles averages to approximately 5,217 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage, with roughly 2,276 miles driven between the November 2024 and November 2025 tests. This low annual mileage often masks underlying issues caused by dry periods or age-related degradation of rubber-based components, which is evident in the persistent reports of worn bushes, ball joints, and shock absorbers despite the relatively low distance travelled. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and structural integrity. The tester has repeatedly flagged worn nearside and offside suspension arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkages since 2023, indicating these parts are nearing replacement. Of particular concern is the noted corrosion on the nearside front structure; while the record states structural rigidity is not yet reduced, corrosion on a vehicle of this age often progresses rapidly. The misting on both rear shock absorbers also suggests the seals are failing and will eventually require replacement to maintain handling stability.