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LEK 90J

1971 Opel Manta

White Petrol 1879cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

191 mi
Last recorded191 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2024
Typical for 1971 Opel Manta41,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEK 90J
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,879cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2024 191 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 3 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2013 54,736 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 53,480 miles

n,s,r sill slight corroaded

o,s,r sill slight corroaded

Fail 4 Jun 2010 53,422 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 52,863 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 May 2008 52,825 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 52,665 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 52,529 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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LEK 90J is a 1971 Opel Manta in White with a 1,879cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LEK 90J, 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 LEK 90J registered?

LEK 90J is a 1971 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 June 1971.

Is LEK 90J safe to buy?

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