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LHG 256T

1978 Opel Kadett

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,047 mi
Last recorded95,047 miles
Recorded on11 May 2011
Typical for 1978 Opel Kadett63,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHG 256T
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 May 2011 95,047 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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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LHG 256T is a 1978 Opel Kadett in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 LHG 256T, 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.

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What year was LHG 256T registered?

LHG 256T is a 1978 Opel Kadett, first registered on 20 October 1978.

Is LHG 256T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHG 256T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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