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JDS 791K

1972 Opel Kadett

Bronze Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

93,715 mi
Last recorded93,715 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Opel Kadett69,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDS 791K
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1972
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 93,715 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 93,496 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 93,204 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 92,996 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 92,751 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 92,285 miles

car is very thick with underseal very hard to check

Pass 19 May 2011 91,914 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 91,872 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 May 2010 91,550 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 91,020 miles

very heavely undersealed hard to inspect

Pass 6 May 2008 89,649 miles

very heavely under sealed

Pass 26 Apr 2007 89,128 miles

heavily undersealed

Pass 8 May 2006 88,170 miles

car is very heavely under sealed hard to inspect

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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JDS 791K is a 1972 Opel Kadett in Bronze with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1972 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 69,327 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 JDS 791K, 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 54 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 JDS 791K?

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What year was JDS 791K registered?

JDS 791K is a 1972 Opel Kadett, first registered on 26 May 1972.

Is JDS 791K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JDS 791K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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