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UMG 942M

1973 Opel Manta

Blue Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,121 mi
Last recorded38,121 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 1973 Opel Manta54,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMG 942M
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 38,121 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 36,628 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 36,625 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 35,785 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 35,744 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 34,127 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 32,443 miles

rear brakes sticking slightly

slight play in nerside rack link rod

Pass 14 Apr 2007 30,567 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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UMG 942M is a 1973 Opel Manta in Blue with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1973 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 54,628 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 UMG 942M, 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 53 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 UMG 942M registered?

UMG 942M is a 1973 Opel Manta, first registered on 7 December 1973.

Is UMG 942M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMG 942M 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.

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