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A646 VMU

1983 Opel Manta

Black Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,372 mi
Last recorded57,372 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2014
Typical for 1983 Opel Manta40,863 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA646 VMU
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2014 57,372 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

battery tray corroded

both front headlamp reflectors worn

engine knocks under load

engine/gearbox/differential oil leak

front washer tube has a hole in it

fuel tank stained

n/s/f coil spring corroded

n/s/r coil spring corroded

n/s/r shock absorber body corroded

n/s/r tyre outer wall cracked

o/s/f coil spring corroded

o/s/r coil spring corroded

o/s/r shock absorber body corroded

o/s/r tyre outer wall cracked[old]

rear differential mounting worn and support bushes worn

slight corrosion in both lower door shuts

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

slight play in upper steering column bearing

vehicle has been extensivly welded and covered in underseal

Fail 18 Aug 2014 57,372 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

vehicle has been extensivly welded and covered in underseal

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

battery tray corroded

both front headlamp reflectors worn

engine knocks under load

engine/gearbox/differential oil leak

front washer tube has a hole in it

fuel tank stained

n/s/f coil spring corroded

n/s/r coil spring corroded

n/s/r shock absorber body corroded

n/s/r tyre outer wall cracked

o/s/f coil spring corroded

o/s/r coil spring corroded

o/s/r shock absorber body corroded

o/s/r tyre outer wall cracked[old]

rear differential mounting worn and support bushes worn

slight corrosion in both lower door shuts

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

slight play in upper steering column bearing

Pass 30 Apr 2013 55,793 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 55,650 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 May 2011 55,492 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 55,361 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 54,869 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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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A646 VMU is a 1983 Opel Manta in Black with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A646 VMU, 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 A646 VMU registered?

A646 VMU is a 1983 Opel Manta, first registered on 7 November 1983.

Is A646 VMU safe to buy?

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