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FWW 712T

1979 Opel Kadett

Red Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,666 mi
Last recorded48,666 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1979 Opel Kadett50,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWW 712T
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 48,666 miles

Standard fitment seat belt missing 5 point harnesses fitted ()

boot floor corroded but not holed

handbrake cable fouling, but not damaged or weakened

several suspension bolts not meeting the nylon of the nut.

Fail 31 Aug 2017 48,666 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) lower column mounting loose (2.2.A.1b)

Standard fitment seat belt missing 5 point harnesses fitted ()

handbrake cable fouling, but not damaged or weakened

several suspension bolts not meeting the nylon of the nut.

Pass 31 Mar 2016 48,666 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

advise hand brake cable touching exhaust

o/s/r wheel rim damage

Pass 4 Oct 2007 48,666 miles

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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FWW 712T is a 1979 Opel Kadett in Red with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 FWW 712T, 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

How do I check the history of FWW 712T?

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What year was FWW 712T registered?

FWW 712T is a 1979 Opel Kadett, first registered on 29 March 1979.

Is FWW 712T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWW 712T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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