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LJ51 CAW

2001 Opel Kadett

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

113,245 mi
Last recorded113,245 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Opel Kadett80,752 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 CAW
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2015 113,245 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 109,934 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2014 109,934 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 106,811 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 106,811 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 103,256 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 103,256 miles

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

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

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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LJ51 CAW is a 2001 Opel Kadett in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2001 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 80,752 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 LJ51 CAW, 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 25 years old, this Opel Kadett is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJ51 CAW?

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What year was LJ51 CAW registered?

LJ51 CAW is a 2001 Opel Kadett, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is LJ51 CAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 CAW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ51 CAW have outstanding finance?

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