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HFE 469T

1979 Opel Kadett

White Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,139 mi
Last recorded17,139 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2019
Typical for 1979 Opel Kadett50,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFE 469T
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2019 17,139 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 17,125 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 17,115 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 17,104 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 17,092 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2014 17,089 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 17,055 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 17,023 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 15,939 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 15,939 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 5 Aug 2008 15,934 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Pass 4 May 2006

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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HFE 469T is a 1979 Opel Kadett in White with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HFE 469T, 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.

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What year was HFE 469T registered?

HFE 469T is a 1979 Opel Kadett, first registered on 14 May 1979.

Is HFE 469T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFE 469T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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