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JKB 221L

1996 Opel GT

Yellow Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,324 mi
Last recorded44,324 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKB 221L
MakeOpel
ModelGT
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 44,324 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear floor pans (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 44,209 miles

underbody surface corrosion throughout.

Pass 10 Sep 2015 44,077 miles

Offside Front chassis corroding

front and rear suspension corroding

oil leak

various welding underside

Pass 8 Sep 2014 43,925 miles

Oil leak

front and rear suspension corroding

offside front chassis corroded

various welding repairs underbody

Pass 12 Aug 2013 43,689 miles

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

front under tray showing signs of corrosion

Pass 7 Jun 2012 43,414 miles

both rear tyres cracked and perished

Fail 28 May 2012 43,409 miles

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

both rear tyres cracked and perished

Pass 30 Jul 2008 43,408 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 43,408 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

How Reliable is the Opel GT?

Based on 614 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22
Headlamp not working on main beam 21
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
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JKB 221L is a 1996 Opel GT in Yellow with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Opel GT fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JKB 221L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel GT typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 30 years old, this Opel GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JKB 221L registered?

JKB 221L is a 1996 Opel GT, first registered on 2 May 1996.

Is JKB 221L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKB 221L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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