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B140 GEG

1985 Opel Manta

White Petrol 2969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,100 mi
Last recorded107,100 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 Opel Manta58,827 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB140 GEG
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2025 107,100 miles

Nearside Front brake can be felt dragging when rotated by hand, further investigation recommended.

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 106,912 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 6,761 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 5,494 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 4,510 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 3,616 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 31,103 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 62,701 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 1,937 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Manta?

Based on 9,040 MOT tests across 1,245 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
478
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 735
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 215
position lamp(s) not working 197
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 192
fog lamp not working 174
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B140 GEG is a 1985 Opel Manta in White with a 2,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 58,827 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Manta fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 735 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B140 GEG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Manta typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 41 years old, this Opel Manta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B140 GEG registered?

B140 GEG is a 1985 Opel Manta, first registered on 12 July 1985.

Is B140 GEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B140 GEG shows 9 tests 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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