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LEZ 13

1987 Opel Manta

Black Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,858 mi
Last recorded40,858 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Opel Manta56,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEZ 13
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 40,858 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 40,858 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 40,685 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 40,534 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 40,532 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 40,482 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 40,482 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 40,423 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 40,423 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 39,527 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 38,895 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 38,428 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 38,276 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 37,290 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 36,808 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 35,678 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 34,362 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 32,315 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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LEZ 13 is a 1987 Opel Manta in Black with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1987 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 56,856 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 LEZ 13, 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 39 years old, this Opel Manta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LEZ 13 registered?

LEZ 13 is a 1987 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 October 1987.

Is LEZ 13 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEZ 13 shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LEZ 13 have outstanding finance?

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