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E157 BHR

1988 Marcos Mantula

Blue Petrol 4441cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,213 mi
Last recorded46,213 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Marcos Mantula28,473 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE157 BHR
MakeMarcos
ModelMantula
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,441cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2025 46,213 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 45,991 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 45,594 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 45,483 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 45,107 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 45,094 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 44,982 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 44,613 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 44,311 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 43,635 miles

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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E157 BHR is a 1988 Marcos Mantula in Blue with a 4,441cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Marcos Mantula models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 28,473 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 E157 BHR, 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 38 years old, this Marcos Mantula is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E157 BHR registered?

E157 BHR is a 1988 Marcos Mantula, first registered on 1 May 1988.

Is E157 BHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E157 BHR shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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