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B4 ALK

1988 Opel Manta

Blue Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,397 mi
Last recorded21,397 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 1988 Opel Manta52,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 ALK
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2015 21,397 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 21,397 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 21,397 miles

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Pass 28 Oct 2011 21,397 miles

No rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Oct 2010 21,397 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 30,534 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 26,000 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 20,000 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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B4 ALK is a 1988 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 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 B4 ALK, 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.

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What year was B4 ALK registered?

B4 ALK is a 1988 Opel Manta, first registered on 10 February 1988.

Is B4 ALK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 ALK 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 B4 ALK have outstanding finance?

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