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C205 CTR

1985 Marcos Mantula

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

20,942 mi
Last recorded20,942 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 1985 Marcos Mantula20,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC205 CTR
MakeMarcos
ModelMantula
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 20,942 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 20,729 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 20,498 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 20,229 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 19,927 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 19,521 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 18,910 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 18,380 miles

Slight oil leak from both rear hubs

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 18,030 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 17,349 miles

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

Slight gear oil leak from offside rear hub

Pass 2 Jun 2009 16,183 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s rear brake shoes wearing thin

Pass 19 Jun 2008 15,595 miles

Offside Outer Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 14,650 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 13,494 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 13,494 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the Marcos Mantula?

Based on 1,363 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29
Stop lamp not working 24
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 18
brake binding 17
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C205 CTR is a 1985 Marcos Mantula in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1985 Marcos Mantula models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,942 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Marcos Mantula fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C205 CTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Marcos Mantula typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Marcos Mantula is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C205 CTR registered?

C205 CTR is a 1985 Marcos Mantula, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C205 CTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C205 CTR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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