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HVH 123S

1978 Opel Kadett

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,959 mi
Last recorded36,959 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2007
Typical for 1978 Opel Kadett63,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVH 123S
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2007 36,959 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 28 Jun 2007 36,959 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

exust mounting rubbers prished slight blowing general corrotion through out the veicle must be fully checked front bulk head to body inner wings worst

Fail 23 Feb 2006 34,429 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 34,429 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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HVH 123S is a 1978 Opel Kadett in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 63,602 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 HVH 123S, 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 48 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 HVH 123S?

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What year was HVH 123S registered?

HVH 123S is a 1978 Opel Kadett, first registered on 6 May 1978.

Is HVH 123S safe to buy?

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