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RKS 78S

1978 Opel Manta

Red Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,896 mi
Last recorded74,896 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 1978 Opel Manta51,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKS 78S
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 74,896 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 74,310 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 73,820 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 73,571 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 72,805 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 72,798 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 May 2008 71,731 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 70,318 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 69,762 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 69,755 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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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RKS 78S is a 1978 Opel Manta in Red with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 51,511 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 RKS 78S, 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 48 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 RKS 78S registered?

RKS 78S is a 1978 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 March 1978.

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