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RHT 261Y

1983 Opel Kadett

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,550 mi
Last recorded38,550 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 1983 Opel Kadett46,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHT 261Y
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2019 38,550 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 37,293 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 36,486 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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RHT 261Y is a 1983 Opel Kadett in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RHT 261Y, 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 RHT 261Y registered?

RHT 261Y is a 1983 Opel Kadett, first registered on 13 January 1983.

Is RHT 261Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHT 261Y shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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