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B708 NLP

1985 Opel Manta

Red Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,365 mi
Last recorded7,365 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2012
Typical for 1985 Opel Manta58,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB708 NLP
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2012 7,365 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 6,892 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Nov 2009 6,888 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 5,391 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 4,449 miles

clutch cable rubbing on steering column

front disc pads low

gearbox oil seal leaking at propshaft

Pass 16 May 2006 3,109 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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B708 NLP is a 1985 Opel Manta in Red with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B708 NLP, 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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What year was B708 NLP registered?

B708 NLP is a 1985 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B708 NLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B708 NLP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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