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BDP 16T

1979 Opel Kadett

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

38,476 mi
Last recorded38,476 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Opel Kadett50,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDP 16T
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 38,476 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 38,343 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 38,080 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 37,759 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 37,268 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 36,471 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 35,943 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 35,838 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 35,378 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

engine has slight oil leaks

Pass 24 Sep 2010 34,969 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 34,930 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 34,867 miles

surface rust on front brake pipe out of master cylinder

Pass 31 Jul 2007 34,788 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 34,767 miles

BOTH FRONT SHOCKABSORBERS WEAK

Fail 26 Jul 2006 34,765 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

BOTH FRONT SHOCKABSORBERS WEAK

BOTH WIPER BLADES SPLIT

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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BDP 16T is a 1979 Opel Kadett in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1979 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 50,566 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 BDP 16T, 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 47 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 BDP 16T registered?

BDP 16T is a 1979 Opel Kadett, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is BDP 16T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDP 16T shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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