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GHX 545J

1971 Opel Manta

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,444 mi
Last recorded3,444 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1971 Opel Manta41,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHX 545J
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2026 3,444 miles

nearside front wheel bearing has slight play - recommend adjustment/tighten

parking brake slightly out of balance (weak on offside)

service brake slightly soft - requires further attention

vehicle has been heavily modified for racing - seat belt/harnesses, after market parts etc.

Pass 31 Jan 2025 855 miles

parking brake weak

Pass 2 Feb 2024 625 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 614 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 310 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 2 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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GHX 545J is a 1971 Opel Manta in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 41,318 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 GHX 545J, 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 55 years old, this Opel Manta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GHX 545J registered?

GHX 545J is a 1971 Opel Manta, first registered on 29 January 1971.

Is GHX 545J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHX 545J shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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