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B20 ARD

1985 Opel Manta

White Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

50,607 mi
Last recorded50,607 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Opel Manta58,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB20 ARD
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 50,607 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 50,604 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 50,557 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 50,174 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 50,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 50,073 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 50,073 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire by fuel tank (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 49,688 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 49,305 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 48,711 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 48,291 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 47,943 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 47,467 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 47,467 miles

Nearside Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 46,729 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 46,049 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

fuel hose underneath car is cracked but not leaking

Pass 9 Jul 2010 45,665 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 44,943 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 44,064 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 42,815 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 42,329 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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B20 ARD is a 1985 Opel Manta in White with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 B20 ARD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B20 ARD?

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What year was B20 ARD registered?

B20 ARD is a 1985 Opel Manta, first registered on 22 April 1985.

Is B20 ARD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B20 ARD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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