MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
74,896 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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How do I check the history of RKS 78S?
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What year was RKS 78S registered?
RKS 78S is a 1978 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 March 1978.
Is RKS 78S safe to buy?
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