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VFM 18R

1977 Opel Kadett

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,413 mi
Last recorded51,413 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 1977 Opel Kadett56,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFM 18R
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2013 51,413 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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VFM 18R is a 1977 Opel Kadett in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 56,760 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 VFM 18R, 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 49 years old, this Opel Kadett is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VFM 18R registered?

VFM 18R is a 1977 Opel Kadett, first registered on 22 March 1977.

Is VFM 18R safe to buy?

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