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VPE 238X

1986 Opel Kadett

Yellow Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,060 mi
Last recorded22,060 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2012
Typical for 1986 Opel Kadett57,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPE 238X
MakeOpel
ModelKadett
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2012 22,060 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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VPE 238X is a 1986 Opel Kadett in Yellow with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Opel Kadett models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 57,708 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 VPE 238X, 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 40 years old, this Opel Kadett is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VPE 238X registered?

VPE 238X is a 1986 Opel Kadett, first registered on 2 October 1986.

Is VPE 238X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPE 238X shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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