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J743 FFG

1991 Marcos Mantula

Blue Petrol 3912cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,513 mi
Last recorded27,513 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Marcos Mantula24,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ743 FFG
MakeMarcos
ModelMantula
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,912cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 27,513 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 27,098 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 26,492 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 26,382 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 26,370 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 26,109 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 24,964 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside and Nearside front outer outriggers corroded

Offside and nearside rear outer outriggers corroded

Fail 29 Mar 2016 24,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside and Nearside front outer outriggers corroded

Offside and nearside rear outer outriggers corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2013 24,346 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 23,850 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 23,312 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 23,312 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 22,043 miles

How Reliable is the Marcos Mantula?

Based on 1,363 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
539
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29
Stop lamp not working 24
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 18
brake binding 17
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J743 FFG is a 1991 Marcos Mantula in Blue with a 3,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1991 Marcos Mantula models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 24,346 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 Marcos Mantula fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J743 FFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Marcos Mantula typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 35 years old, this Marcos Mantula is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J743 FFG registered?

J743 FFG is a 1991 Marcos Mantula, first registered on 29 August 1991.

Is J743 FFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J743 FFG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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