Zontes Mantis Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Zontes Mantis reliable? We analysed 740 real MOT tests across 209 vehicles to find out.
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The Zontes Mantis is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Zontes Mantis.
Zontes Mantis Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Zontes Mantis. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Zontes Mantis MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Zontes Mantis to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Zontes Mantis Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Zontes Mantis models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Zontes Mantis Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Zontes Mantis owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Zontes Mantis MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Zontes Mantis year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 181 | 70.7% | 2,897 | 5,561 | 10,713 |
| 2017 | 280 | 77.1% | 4,467 | 8,471 | 14,665 |
| 2016 | 242 | 69.8% | 8,120 | 14,155 | 24,745 |
How Long Does a Zontes Mantis Last?
Based on 209 Zontes Mantis vehicles on UK roads.
Zontes Mantis Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Zontes Mantis MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Zontes Mantis
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.1% MOT pass rate from 280 tests
69.8% MOT pass rate from 242 tests
The best year to buy a used Zontes Mantis is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.1% across 280 tests. The 2016 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Zontes Mantis Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zontes Mantis THIS CAR | 72.4% | 740 | 8,907 mi | 10 yrs |
| Zontes Zt | 70.2% | 3,555 | 8,930 mi | 14 yrs |
| Zontes Zt 125-G1 | 82.9% | 826 | 5,887 mi | — yrs |
| Zontes Scorpion 125 | 69% | 787 | 5,976 mi | — yrs |
| Honda Crf 1100 A-l | 94.1% | 913 | 8,759 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Zontes Zt (70.2% pass rate) and the Zontes Zt 125-G1 (82.9% pass rate), the Zontes Mantis sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Zontes Mantis has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.4% across 740 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Zontes Mantis with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Zontes Mantis owner drives around 1,340 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Zontes Mantis models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.