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FJO 580V

1980 Opel Kadett

Turquoise Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,870 mi
Last recorded86,870 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2009
Typical for 1980 Opel Kadett51,761 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJO 580V
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1980
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2009 86,870 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 86,870 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2008 86,712 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 86,712 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 86,495 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 86,495 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 86,222 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

oil leak

Fail 28 Mar 2006 86,222 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

oil leak

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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FJO 580V is a 1980 Opel Kadett in Turquoise with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 51,761 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 Kadett fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 279 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJO 580V, 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 46 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 FJO 580V registered?

FJO 580V is a 1980 Opel Kadett, first registered on 10 June 1980.

Is FJO 580V safe to buy?

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