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EKR 52Y

1983 Opel Kadett

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

12,134 mi
Last recorded12,134 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2014
Typical for 1983 Opel Kadett46,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKR 52Y
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2014 12,134 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 11,850 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 11,843 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 11,313 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 11,313 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fail 15 Dec 2011 10,720 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 10,720 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 10,061 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 9,687 miles

slight corrosion n/s inner sill at rear

Pass 12 Dec 2008 8,915 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 8,915 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 8,298 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 7,615 miles

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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EKR 52Y is a 1983 Opel Kadett in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1983 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 46,694 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EKR 52Y, 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 43 years old, this Opel Kadett is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EKR 52Y registered?

EKR 52Y is a 1983 Opel Kadett, first registered on 13 January 1983.

Is EKR 52Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKR 52Y shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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