CarVerify

Free Car Check

SPP 129R

1977 Opel Manta

Blue Petrol 1897cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,810 mi
Last recorded59,810 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 1977 Opel Manta62,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Opel
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPP 129R
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 59,810 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 58,674 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 57,621 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 57,189 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 59,922 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 56,254 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 55,832 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 55,639 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 55,634 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 55,091 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 54,261 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 53,650 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 53,650 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

advise play in steering rack

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
Full Opel Manta reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SPP 129R is a 1977 Opel Manta in Blue with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1977 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 62,016 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 SPP 129R, 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 49 years old, this Opel Manta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SPP 129R?

You can check the full history of SPP 129R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SPP 129R registered?

SPP 129R is a 1977 Opel Manta, first registered on 18 March 1977.

Is SPP 129R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPP 129R shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SPP 129R have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SPP 129R. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.