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MOT 729L

1973 Opel Manta

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

32,192 mi
Last recorded32,192 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2017
Typical for 1973 Opel Manta54,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOT 729L
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2017 32,192 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Oct 2017 32,196 miles

Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position bonnet (6.4.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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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MOT 729L is a 1973 Opel Manta in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 54,628 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MOT 729L, 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 53 years old, this Opel Manta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MOT 729L registered?

MOT 729L is a 1973 Opel Manta, first registered on 22 May 1973.

Is MOT 729L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOT 729L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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