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NUV 985L

1972 Opel Manta

Green Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,093 mi
Last recorded1,093 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 Opel Manta58,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUV 985L
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2018 1,093 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 822 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 496 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 88 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2014 99,826 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 99,387 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 98,867 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 98,431 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 97,678 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 97,651 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 97,253 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 96,754 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 96,215 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 96,204 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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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NUV 985L is a 1972 Opel Manta in Green with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 58,580 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 NUV 985L, 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 54 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 NUV 985L registered?

NUV 985L is a 1972 Opel Manta, first registered on 17 October 1972.

Is NUV 985L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUV 985L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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