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B651 AKX

1985 Opel Manta

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

48,464 mi
Last recorded48,464 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1985 Opel Manta58,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB651 AKX
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 48,464 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 48,413 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 48,337 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

power steering rack damp

Pass 15 Nov 2010 46,385 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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B651 AKX is a 1985 Opel Manta in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 B651 AKX, 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

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What year was B651 AKX registered?

B651 AKX is a 1985 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 June 1985.

Is B651 AKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B651 AKX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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