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PRC 444X

1981 Opel Kadett

Bronze Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,393 mi
Last recorded26,393 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2019
Typical for 1981 Opel Kadett54,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRC 444X
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2019 26,393 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 26,390 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all 4 tyres cracked/perrished in outer sidewalls

Pass 16 Aug 2017 26,253 miles

floor slight corrosion showing

Pass 9 Aug 2016 26,119 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 25,815 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 25,404 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 25,401 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 25,046 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 24,889 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 24,687 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 24,658 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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PRC 444X is a 1981 Opel Kadett in Bronze with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 PRC 444X, 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

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What year was PRC 444X registered?

PRC 444X is a 1981 Opel Kadett, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is PRC 444X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRC 444X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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