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B20 EXC

1988 Opel Manta

Black Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

59,271 mi
Last recorded59,271 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Opel Manta52,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB20 EXC
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 59,271 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 57,922 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 57,597 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 56,739 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 56,547 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 56,544 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 56,263 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 56,194 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 55,993 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 55,709 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 55,505 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 55,108 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 54,818 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 54,659 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 53,871 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 51,250 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both undersills are corrosive and are close to perforation.

Pass 11 May 2009 49,836 miles

offside and nearside outer sill panels are exhibiting early stages of corrosion.

Pass 11 Jun 2008 45,937 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 45,935 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 42,278 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2007 42,278 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 38,579 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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B20 EXC is a 1988 Opel Manta in Black with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1988 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 52,339 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 B20 EXC, 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 38 years old, this Opel Manta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B20 EXC?

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What year was B20 EXC registered?

B20 EXC is a 1988 Opel Manta, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is B20 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B20 EXC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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