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CAU 400H

1969 Opel GT

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,571 mi
Last recorded25,571 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2010
Typical for 1969 Opel GT56,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAU 400H
MakeOpel
ModelGT
Year1969
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2010 25,571 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 25,093 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 19 Apr 2007 25,093 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

How Reliable is the Opel GT?

Based on 614 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22
Headlamp not working on main beam 21
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
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CAU 400H is a 1969 Opel GT in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1969 Opel GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 56,091 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Opel GT fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CAU 400H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel GT typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 57 years old, this Opel GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CAU 400H registered?

CAU 400H is a 1969 Opel GT, first registered on 31 December 1969.

Is CAU 400H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAU 400H shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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