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A791 NWC

1983 Opel Manta

Black Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,898 mi
Last recorded25,898 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2012
Typical for 1983 Opel Manta40,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA791 NWC
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2012 25,898 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 25,705 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2008 25,459 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2007 19,840 miles

Battery insecure

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Oct 2007 19,828 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Battery insecure

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 17,190 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 17,190 miles

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

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

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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A791 NWC 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 71.4%.

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 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 A791 NWC, 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 A791 NWC registered?

A791 NWC is a 1983 Opel Manta, first registered on 31 August 1983.

Is A791 NWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A791 NWC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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