CIB9 - OPEL SENATOR
MOT: ExemptGB
·Last updated 8 days ago
The Opel Senator, often referred to simply as the Senator, is a distinguished luxury saloon produced by the German automaker Opel between 1978 and 1989. Renowned for its elegant design and solid build quality, the Senator was a flagship model that exemplified Opel’s commitment to comfort and performance. Manufactured primarily in Germany, this vehicle was designed to compete with other premium executive cars of its era. Key features include a spacious interior, advanced engineering for its time, and a range of engine options that balanced power with efficiency. The Opel Senator remains a notable classic, appreciated by enthusiasts for its blend of sophistication and engineering reliability.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 13 MOT tests
This used Opel Senator, registration CIB9, was manufactured in 1983 and first registered in May 1983. It has a brown exterior and a 2,968cc petrol engine. The vehicle is currently SORN and exempt from MOT testing. Its latest MOT was conducted on 21 August 2014, with an expiry date of 19 September 2015. The recorded mileage is 10,904 miles. Notable advisories from the last MOT include worn rear tyres, slight corrosion on the body and vehicle structure, and minor corrosion on brake components and fuel pipes. The rear brake disc was slightly worn, and the rear brakes were binding slightly. The front registration plate is deteriorated but still legible. Overall, the vehicle shows signs of age and corrosion, with some mechanical wear noted during the last inspection.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
13
Passed Tests
9
Failed Tests
4
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 21 August 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,904 mi
Expires: 19 September 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Passed - 20 September 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,810 mi
Expires: 19 September 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)
- Advisory Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Advisory Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 29 August 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,809 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
- Major Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
- Major Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
- Major Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Major Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Major Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Passed - 31 July 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,765 mi
Expires: 06 August 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Passed - 20 July 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,571 mi
Expires: 06 August 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- Advisory Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Passed - 29 July 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,321 mi
Expires: 06 August 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Passed - 04 August 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,199 mi
Expires: 06 August 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Passed - 05 August 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,183 mi
Expires: 06 August 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Failed - 04 August 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,183 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Passed - 07 August 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,178 mi
Expires: 06 August 2008
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Failed - 06 August 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,178 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Failed - 05 June 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,168 mi
Passed - 05 June 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,168 mi
Expires: 04 June 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for CIB9?
This vehicle is MOT exempt.
What is the tax status of CIB9?
The tax status is SORN.
What are the specifications of CIB9?
This is a 1983 OPEL SENATOR in Brown. It runs on Petrol with a 2968cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of CIB9?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.