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K896 RGP

1992 Opel Kadett

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

173,096 mi
Last recorded173,096 miles
Recorded on15 May 2008
Typical for 1992 Opel Kadett70,825 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK896 RGP
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2008 173,096 miles

Brake fluid below max leval

Front C.V Gaiters perishing

Front suspension wishbone bushses perishing

Front wipers smeary

O/S/F Tyre perishing

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

Rust on O/S/R Wheel arch

Fail 13 May 2008 173,093 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Brake fluid below max leval

Front C.V Gaiters perishing

Front suspension wishbone bushses perishing

Front wipers smeary

O/S/F Tyre perishing

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

Rust on O/S/R Wheel arch

Fail 21 Apr 2007 165,061 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 165,061 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 158,450 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2006 153,385 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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K896 RGP is a 1992 Opel Kadett in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 70,825 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 K896 RGP, 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 34 years old, this Opel Kadett is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K896 RGP registered?

K896 RGP is a 1992 Opel Kadett, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is K896 RGP safe to buy?

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