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FLP 99J

1970 Opel Manta

Blue Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,551 mi
Last recorded37,551 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLP 99J
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 37,551 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2017 37,551 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part on.shock.absorber (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 37,492 miles

Centre Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 37,396 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 24 Oct 2014 37,396 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 37,340 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 36,986 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 36,944 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 36,786 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 36,399 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 35,928 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 35,924 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

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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FLP 99J is a 1970 Opel Manta in Blue with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FLP 99J, 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 56 years old, this Opel Manta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FLP 99J registered?

FLP 99J is a 1970 Opel Manta, first registered on 18 December 1970.

Is FLP 99J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLP 99J shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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