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B198 SEA

1985 Opel Manta

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,166 mi
Last recorded18,166 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 1985 Opel Manta58,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB198 SEA
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 May 2019 18,166 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 18,156 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 18,032 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 18,010 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 18,001 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 17,875 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 17,520 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 17,211 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 16,864 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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B198 SEA is a 1985 Opel Manta in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 B198 SEA, 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 B198 SEA registered?

B198 SEA is a 1985 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 June 1985.

Is B198 SEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B198 SEA 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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