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S559 LRN

1998 Opel Kadett

White Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

156,710 mi
Last recorded156,710 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2009
Typical for 1998 Opel Kadett106,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS559 LRN
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2009 156,710 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 156,647 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 150,439 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 150,438 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 143,532 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 143,469 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 134,019 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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S559 LRN is a 1998 Opel Kadett in White with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 106,640 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 S559 LRN, 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 28 years old, this Opel Kadett is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S559 LRN?

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What year was S559 LRN registered?

S559 LRN is a 1998 Opel Kadett, first registered on 21 October 1998.

Is S559 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S559 LRN 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.

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