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G701 OVE

1989 Opel Kadett

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,561 mi
Last recorded6,561 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2011
Typical for 1989 Opel Kadett36,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG701 OVE
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2011 6,561 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

front number plate damaged

offside outer sill weak

unable to inspect brake pipes & brake flexy ferrules due to them being painted

Pass 16 Jul 2010 4,598 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front number plate cracked

sills covers fitted

Fail 6 Jul 2010 4,597 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front number plate cracked

sills covers fitted

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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G701 OVE is a 1989 Opel Kadett in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 36,490 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 G701 OVE, 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 37 years old, this Opel Kadett is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G701 OVE registered?

G701 OVE is a 1989 Opel Kadett, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G701 OVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G701 OVE 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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