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H153 YGN

1991 Marcos Mantula

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

3,814 mi
Last recorded3,814 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Marcos Mantula24,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH153 YGN
MakeMarcos
ModelMantula
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 3,814 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 3,813 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake hose rubbing against suspension arm

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 2,841 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 1,525 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 564 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 99,972 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 99,649 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 97,889 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 96,771 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 95,376 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 94,446 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 92,466 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 91,163 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 88,785 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 87,780 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 86,351 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 83,882 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 12 Jun 2009 82,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 82,913 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 May 2008 81,161 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 79,961 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 78,475 miles

How Reliable is the Marcos Mantula?

Based on 1,363 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29
Stop lamp not working 24
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 18
brake binding 17
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H153 YGN is a 1991 Marcos Mantula in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1991 Marcos Mantula models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 24,346 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Marcos Mantula fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H153 YGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Marcos Mantula typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 35 years old, this Marcos Mantula is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H153 YGN?

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What year was H153 YGN registered?

H153 YGN is a 1991 Marcos Mantula, first registered on 20 May 1991.

Is H153 YGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H153 YGN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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