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CPO 790W

1981 Opel Kadett

Orange Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1,482 mi
Last recorded1,482 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2006
Typical for 1981 Opel Kadett54,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPO 790W
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2006 1,482 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 1,395 miles

Brake pedal feels spongy with the vacuum fully depleted (3.3.C.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Opel Kadett?

Based on 5,035 MOT tests across 763 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
3,487
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
763
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 279
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 208
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 200
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 131
Stop lamp not working 127
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CPO 790W is a 1981 Opel Kadett in Orange with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 54,874 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 Kadett fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 279 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CPO 790W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Kadett typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 45 years old, this Opel Kadett is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CPO 790W?

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What year was CPO 790W registered?

CPO 790W is a 1981 Opel Kadett, first registered on 16 January 1981.

Is CPO 790W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPO 790W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CPO 790W have outstanding finance?

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