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B844 JBB

1985 Opel Monza

Silver Lpg 2968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

72,501 mi
Last recorded72,501 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Opel Monza89,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB844 JBB
MakeOpel
ModelMonza
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,968cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 72,501 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 72,221 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 71,874 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 71,328 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 70,182 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 69,332 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 68,882 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 67,490 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 66,472 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 64,965 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 63,730 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 62,613 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 61,018 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 58,939 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 57,072 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 55,595 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 53,379 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 53,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 48,661 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 34,449 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 145,306 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2006 134,512 miles

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

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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B844 JBB is a 1985 Opel Monza in Silver with a 2,968cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 B844 JBB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B844 JBB registered?

B844 JBB is a 1985 Opel Monza, first registered on 1 May 1985.

Is B844 JBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B844 JBB shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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