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FFP 234V

1979 Opel Manta

Orange Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,085 mi
Last recorded79,085 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2005
Typical for 1979 Opel Manta65,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFP 234V
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2005 79,085 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

windscreen cracked but not in zone "A" and out of swept area.

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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FFP 234V is a 1979 Opel Manta in Orange with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 65,536 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 FFP 234V, 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 47 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 FFP 234V registered?

FFP 234V is a 1979 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is FFP 234V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFP 234V shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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