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B280 GUP

1985 Opel Monza

Silver Petrol 2968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

44,086 mi
Last recorded44,086 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 1985 Opel Monza89,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB280 GUP
MakeOpel
ModelMonza
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 44,086 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 43,505 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear tyre wearing thin and is perished

rear brakes grabbing slightly

Fail 9 May 2018 43,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear tyre wearing thin and is perished

rear brakes grabbing slightly

Pass 26 May 2016 43,113 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 42,154 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 41,212 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 39,520 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 38,377 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 37,191 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 35,753 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 34,005 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 34,005 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2008 32,411 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 32,090 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 31,183 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

How Reliable is the Opel Monza?

Based on 2,604 MOT tests across 334 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
592
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
334
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
brake binding 105
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
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B280 GUP is a 1985 Opel Monza in Silver with a 2,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1985 Opel Monza models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 89,146 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Monza fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B280 GUP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Monza typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Opel Monza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B280 GUP registered?

B280 GUP is a 1985 Opel Monza, first registered on 3 May 1985.

Is B280 GUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B280 GUP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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