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F277 GNM

1988 Opel Manta

Red Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,656 mi
Last recorded78,656 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Opel Manta52,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF277 GNM
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 78,656 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 77,217 miles

slight corrosion on chassis/suspension

Pass 9 Jan 2013 76,162 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 73,398 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 70,710 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 64,538 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2007 64,511 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 64,308 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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F277 GNM is a 1988 Opel Manta in Red with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1988 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 52,339 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 F277 GNM, 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 38 years old, this Opel Manta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F277 GNM registered?

F277 GNM is a 1988 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 September 1988.

Is F277 GNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F277 GNM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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