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RDV 449N

1974 Opel Manta

Blue Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,618 mi
Last recorded41,618 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1974 Opel Manta34,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDV 449N
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 41,618 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 41,618 miles

Braking system leaking servo pipe loose and insecure to manifold leaking (1.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm insecurely attached Panhard rod bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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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RDV 449N is a 1974 Opel Manta in Blue with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 RDV 449N, 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.

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What year was RDV 449N registered?

RDV 449N is a 1974 Opel Manta, first registered on 23 August 1974.

Is RDV 449N safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDV 449N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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