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LAF 714L

1974 Opel Manta

Orange Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,390 mi
Last recorded15,390 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1974 Opel Manta34,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAF 714L
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2025 15,390 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 15,209 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 15,085 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 14,973 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 14,691 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 14,401 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 13,853 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 13,380 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 12,479 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 11,682 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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LAF 714L is a 1974 Opel Manta in Orange with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 34,462 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 LAF 714L, 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 52 years old, this Opel Manta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LAF 714L?

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What year was LAF 714L registered?

LAF 714L is a 1974 Opel Manta, first registered on 11 February 1974.

Is LAF 714L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAF 714L shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LAF 714L have outstanding finance?

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