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RNJ 842M

1974 Opel Kadett

Gold Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,596 mi
Last recorded47,596 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNJ 842M
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2006 47,596 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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RNJ 842M is a 1974 Opel Kadett in Gold with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 RNJ 842M, 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 52 years old, this Opel Kadett is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RNJ 842M registered?

RNJ 842M is a 1974 Opel Kadett, first registered on 1 July 1974.

Is RNJ 842M safe to buy?

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