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KAD 377C

1976 Opel Kadett

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,720 mi
Last recorded76,720 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 1976 Opel Kadett67,528 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAD 377C
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 76,720 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded across the axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 71,896 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 71,253 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2019 71,253 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2010 71,048 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 70,787 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 70,714 miles

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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KAD 377C is a 1976 Opel Kadett in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1976 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 67,528 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 KAD 377C, 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 50 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 KAD 377C?

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What year was KAD 377C registered?

KAD 377C is a 1976 Opel Kadett, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is KAD 377C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAD 377C shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KAD 377C have outstanding finance?

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