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TGC 566L

1972 Opel Manta

Blue Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,946 mi
Last recorded25,946 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 1972 Opel Manta58,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGC 566L
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 25,946 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 25,347 miles

centre exhaust has slight exhaust blow

Pass 20 Apr 2013 24,424 miles

underbody has been undersealed

Pass 23 Mar 2012 24,112 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 24,062 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 23,682 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 23,682 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 21,883 miles

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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TGC 566L is a 1972 Opel Manta in Blue with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 TGC 566L, 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

How do I check the history of TGC 566L?

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What year was TGC 566L registered?

TGC 566L is a 1972 Opel Manta, first registered on 8 November 1972.

Is TGC 566L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGC 566L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TGC 566L have outstanding finance?

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