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PSX 207V

1979 Opel Manta

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,420 mi
Last recorded80,420 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 1979 Opel Manta65,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSX 207V
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 80,420 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 80,419 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 80,419 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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PSX 207V is a 1979 Opel Manta in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PSX 207V, 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 PSX 207V registered?

PSX 207V is a 1979 Opel Manta, first registered on 20 September 1979.

Is PSX 207V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSX 207V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PSX 207V have outstanding finance?

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