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ONJ 5M

1973 Opel Kadett

Red Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,324 mi
Last recorded54,324 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONJ 5M
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2019 54,324 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 53,422 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2005 52,270 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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ONJ 5M is a 1973 Opel Kadett in Red with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ONJ 5M, 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 53 years old, this Opel Kadett is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ONJ 5M registered?

ONJ 5M is a 1973 Opel Kadett, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is ONJ 5M safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONJ 5M shows 3 tests 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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