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AVW 473S

1978 Opel Kadett

White Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Opel Kadett63,602 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVW 473S
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2025

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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AVW 473S is a 1978 Opel Kadett in White with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 63,602 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 AVW 473S, 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 48 years old, this Opel Kadett is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AVW 473S registered?

AVW 473S is a 1978 Opel Kadett, first registered on 7 June 1978.

Is AVW 473S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVW 473S shows 1 test 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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