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SK53 PAA

2003 Opel Kadett

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,131 mi
Last recorded16,131 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Opel Kadett71,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK53 PAA
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 16,131 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 157,793 miles

oil leak

rear exhaust box is starting to rust

Fail 14 Jul 2014 157,793 miles

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

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

oil leak

rear exhaust box is starting to rust

Pass 5 Aug 2013 154,762 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SK53 PAA is a 2003 Opel Kadett in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 71,795 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 SK53 PAA, 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 23 years old, this Opel Kadett is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SK53 PAA registered?

SK53 PAA is a 2003 Opel Kadett, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is SK53 PAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK53 PAA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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