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FBT 95W

1980 Opel Manta

Brown Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,281 mi
Last recorded48,281 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 1980 Opel Manta55,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBT 95W
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 48,281 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg under vehicle (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

nearside and offside rear wheel arches corroded but not structural

Pass 22 Jul 2019 48,230 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 48,140 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 48,039 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 48,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 47,386 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 47,386 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 46,076 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 46,076 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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FBT 95W is a 1980 Opel Manta in Brown with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 55,181 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FBT 95W, 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 46 years old, this Opel Manta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FBT 95W registered?

FBT 95W is a 1980 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is FBT 95W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBT 95W shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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