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FFV 452W

1980 Opel Manta

Green Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

96,975 mi
Last recorded96,975 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2015
Typical for 1980 Opel Manta55,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFV 452W
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2015 96,975 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 96,824 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2013 96,460 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 96,460 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 96,077 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 95,988 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 95,632 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 95,143 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 94,838 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 94,386 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 94,386 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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FFV 452W is a 1980 Opel Manta in Green with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 FFV 452W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FFV 452W?

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What year was FFV 452W registered?

FFV 452W is a 1980 Opel Manta, first registered on 24 November 1980.

Is FFV 452W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFV 452W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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