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B55 UWX

1985 Opel Monza

Red Petrol 2968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

138,821 mi
Last recorded138,821 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Opel Monza89,146 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB55 UWX
MakeOpel
ModelMonza
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 138,821 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 138,684 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 1 May 2024 138,617 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2022 138,541 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2021 138,260 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 137,835 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 137,833 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 137,642 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 136,897 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 136,105 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 135,171 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 133,962 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 133,216 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 132,535 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 131,527 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 130,527 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2005 129,401 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Fail 9 Sep 2005 129,401 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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B55 UWX is a 1985 Opel Monza in Red with a 2,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B55 UWX, 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 B55 UWX registered?

B55 UWX is a 1985 Opel Monza, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B55 UWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B55 UWX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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