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A880 GBN

1984 Opel Manta

Silver Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

16,410 mi
Last recorded16,410 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2018
Typical for 1984 Opel Manta41,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA880 GBN
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2018 16,410 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2013 16,377 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 16,362 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 16,362 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Fail 23 Sep 2009 16,359 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2006 16,355 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 16,358 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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A880 GBN is a 1984 Opel Manta in Silver with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 A880 GBN, 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 A880 GBN registered?

A880 GBN is a 1984 Opel Manta, first registered on 20 June 1984.

Is A880 GBN safe to buy?

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