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RO02 FCM

2002 Opel Kadett

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Opel Kadett78,881 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 FCM
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023
Pass 16 Feb 2022

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Feb 2021
Pass 18 Feb 2020 144,897 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 140,363 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 134,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 129,444 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 124,650 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Fail 25 Feb 2016 124,650 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 118,872 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 112,708 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 Feb 2013 104,107 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 104,107 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 98,483 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 88,884 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 88,884 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 79,703 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 79,703 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 71,261 miles

n/s/r tyre on 2mm o/s/r tyre slight cracking on walls exhaust rear box rusty

Pass 12 Feb 2008 60,861 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 48,846 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 39,189 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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RO02 FCM is a 2002 Opel Kadett in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 78,881 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 RO02 FCM, 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 24 years old, this Opel Kadett is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RO02 FCM registered?

RO02 FCM is a 2002 Opel Kadett, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is RO02 FCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO02 FCM shows 22 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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