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FEO 141W

1981 Opel Manta

White Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Opel Manta59,045 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEO 141W
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026
Fail 16 Apr 2026

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Dec 2024
Pass 28 Dec 2023

Nearside Rear Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2021

n/s/r & o/s/r drive shafts close to upper bars

Fail 30 Dec 2021

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam connection (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working connection (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working connection (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

n/s/r & o/s/r drive shafts close to upper bars

Pass 29 Dec 2020

o/s/r wheel bearing slight play

rear top arms close to drive shaft

Pass 12 Jun 2019

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Tie bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Tie bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2019

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Tie bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Tie bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018

Nearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2017

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 May 2016

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 7 May 2016

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 May 2015

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014
Pass 25 Mar 2013

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012
Pass 7 Mar 2011
Pass 18 Mar 2010
Pass 24 Mar 2009

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

Fail 1 Feb 2008

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2008

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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FEO 141W is a 1981 Opel Manta in White with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1981 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 59,045 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 FEO 141W, 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 45 years old, this Opel Manta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FEO 141W registered?

FEO 141W is a 1981 Opel Manta, first registered on 10 June 1981.

Is FEO 141W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEO 141W shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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