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Opel Manta

Red · Petrol · 1984 · 1,979 cc

B20 MTAMOT history

B20 MTA is a red petrol Opel Manta first used on 30 Dec 1984. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2023 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 81,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2023
Mileage
81,421 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2022
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 MTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Opel
Model
Manta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,979 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
30 Dec 1984
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 MTA was last recorded at 81,421 miles on 20 Oct 2022, 128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,293 miles · 28 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
128 miles
Average per year
565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,421 miles
  • 2021 – 81,293 miles
  • 2020 – 81,145 miles
  • 2019 – 79,435 miles
  • 2018 – 79,220 miles
  • 2013 – 78,989 miles
  • 2012 – 78,664 miles
  • 2011 – 78,018 miles
  • 2010 – 77,181 miles
  • 2009 – 76,364 miles
  • 2008 – 75,211 miles
  • 2007 – 74,156 miles
  • 2006 – 72,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,421 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,421 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    81,421 miles
    Test number
    316254178281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass81,293 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,293 miles
    Test number
    124209006398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,262 miles (+117)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,262 miles
    Test number
    857295060488
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  4. Pass81,145 miles (+1,710)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,145 miles
    Test number
    642440858643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass79,435 miles (+215)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    79,435 miles
    Test number
    196984559130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,220 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    79,220 miles
    Test number
    301363833983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,989 miles (+325)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    78,989 miles
    Test number
    187369453015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,664 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    78,664 miles
    Test number
    367951052057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,018 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,018 miles
    Test number
    938943851055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,181 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    77,181 miles
    Test number
    762167160048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail77,136 miles (+772)8 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,136 miles
    Test number
    903445750047
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  12. Pass76,364 miles (+15)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    76,364 miles
    Test number
    474522269023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition
  13. Fail76,349 miles (+1,138)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,349 miles
    Test number
    174737659498
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition
  14. Pass75,211 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    75,211 miles
    Test number
    740090468099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail75,182 miles (+1,026)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,182 miles
    Test number
    114689358045
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass74,156 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    74,156 miles
    Test number
    140855367056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail74,127 miles (+2,119)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,127 miles
    Test number
    921371067008
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureFuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  18. Pass72,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    72,008 miles
    Test number
    593883456078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B20 MTA

Does B20 MTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B20 MTA expired on 27 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B20 MTA?
The MOT on B20 MTA expired on 27 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B20 MTA done?
B20 MTA was recorded at 81,421 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2022, an average of 565 miles a year.
Has B20 MTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 MTA has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on B20 MTA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on B20 MTA find?
B20 MTA passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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