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97WH1271

1997 Opel Kadett

Maroon Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

134,199 mi
Last recorded134,199 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
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Vehicle Details

Registration97WH1271
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Apr 2013 134,199 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

engine overheating

Pass 12 Apr 2013 134,199 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

engine overheating

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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97WH1271 is a 1997 Opel Kadett in Maroon with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 97WH1271, 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 29 years old, this Opel Kadett is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 97WH1271 registered?

97WH1271 is a 1997 Opel Kadett, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is 97WH1271 safe to buy?

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