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A154 TEP

1983 Opel Manta

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2024
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

58,835 mi
Last recorded58,835 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2023
Typical for 1983 Opel Manta40,863 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA154 TEP
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2023 58,835 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Dec 2023 58,835 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 58,658 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 58,413 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases deteriating (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 58,330 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 58,249 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2019 58,249 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 58,234 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 58,217 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 58,202 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 58,181 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 58,136 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 57,875 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 57,842 miles

Nearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 57,767 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 57,766 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 57,679 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 57,490 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 57,490 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 57,135 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 57,040 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 57,036 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 56,557 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 56,346 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 56,346 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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A154 TEP is a 1983 Opel Manta in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1983 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 40,863 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 A154 TEP, 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 43 years old, this Opel Manta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A154 TEP registered?

A154 TEP is a 1983 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A154 TEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A154 TEP shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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