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ORN 629T

1979 Opel Kadett

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,981 mi
Last recorded84,981 miles
Recorded on12 May 2012
Typical for 1979 Opel Kadett50,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORN 629T
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2012 84,981 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 84,100 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 83,339 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 83,046 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 82,372 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 26 Apr 2008 82,372 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Pass 5 May 2007 81,839 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 81,145 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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ORN 629T is a 1979 Opel Kadett in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 50,566 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 ORN 629T, 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 47 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 ORN 629T?

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What year was ORN 629T registered?

ORN 629T is a 1979 Opel Kadett, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is ORN 629T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORN 629T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ORN 629T have outstanding finance?

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