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D719 LGL

1987 Opel Manta

Grey Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,803 mi
Last recorded96,803 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1987 Opel Manta56,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD719 LGL
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 96,803 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 96,765 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 96,632 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 96,319 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 95,547 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 95,547 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 6 Aug 2015 94,811 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

some corrosion at n/s rear jacking point

Pass 6 Aug 2015 94,811 miles

some corrosion at n/s rear jacking point

Pass 16 Jul 2014 93,584 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 92,453 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 91,083 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 91,083 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2011 88,982 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 86,222 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 85,883 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 85,456 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 85,456 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 83,632 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both side outer sills starting to corrode

underbody showing signs of corrosion

Fail 16 Jan 2007 83,632 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2006 82,945 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 82,945 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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D719 LGL is a 1987 Opel Manta in Grey with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 56,856 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D719 LGL, 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 39 years old, this Opel Manta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D719 LGL registered?

D719 LGL is a 1987 Opel Manta, first registered on 6 March 1987.

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