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A346 UHW

1984 Opel Manta

Black Petrol 2197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

75,034 mi
Last recorded75,034 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2013
Typical for 1984 Opel Manta41,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA346 UHW
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2013 75,034 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 73,699 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 72,741 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 98,016 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

all tyres perished

Fail 5 Nov 2010 98,010 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

all tyres perished

Pass 30 Oct 2009 96,194 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 96,190 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 94,358 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 94,358 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 93,573 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 93,559 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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A346 UHW is a 1984 Opel Manta in Black with a 2,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1984 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,458 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 A346 UHW, 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 42 years old, this Opel Manta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A346 UHW registered?

A346 UHW is a 1984 Opel Manta, first registered on 21 June 1984.

Is A346 UHW safe to buy?

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