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B29 GRX

1985 Opel Manta

Red Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,999 mi
Last recorded44,999 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2007
Typical for 1985 Opel Manta58,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB29 GRX
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2007 44,999 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 44,999 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 38,412 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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B29 GRX is a 1985 Opel Manta in Red with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B29 GRX, 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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How do I check the history of B29 GRX?

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What year was B29 GRX registered?

B29 GRX is a 1985 Opel Manta, first registered on 4 January 1985.

Is B29 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B29 GRX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B29 GRX have outstanding finance?

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