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TVW 173W

1980 Opel Kadett

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,125 mi
Last recorded84,125 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2015
Typical for 1980 Opel Kadett51,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVW 173W
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2015 84,125 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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TVW 173W is a 1980 Opel Kadett in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 51,761 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 TVW 173W, 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 46 years old, this Opel Kadett is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TVW 173W registered?

TVW 173W is a 1980 Opel Kadett, first registered on 9 December 1980.

Is TVW 173W safe to buy?

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