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B395 PWD

1985 Opel Manta

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,831 mi
Last recorded54,831 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 1985 Opel Manta58,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB395 PWD
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2019 54,831 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2016 54,606 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mount (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 52,360 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 51,871 miles

Oil leak

exhaust system corroded

minor corrosion to brake pipes

various corrosion to under body components

Pass 30 Jul 2012 50,771 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 48,529 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 48,529 miles

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

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

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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B395 PWD is a 1985 Opel Manta in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 58,827 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 B395 PWD, 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 41 years old, this Opel Manta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B395 PWD registered?

B395 PWD is a 1985 Opel Manta, first registered on 21 February 1985.

Is B395 PWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B395 PWD 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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