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B479 CHJ

1985 Opel Manta

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,584 mi
Last recorded65,584 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 1985 Opel Manta58,827 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB479 CHJ
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 65,584 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 65,540 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded CHASSIS LEG (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded WHEEL ARCH (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 62,955 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 62,943 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 2 May 2014 60,275 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 60,275 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 2 May 2013 57,540 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 54,452 miles

HAND BRAKE LEVER WORN

REAR SPRING SEATS CORRODED

Pass 2 Feb 2010 51,064 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 49,133 miles

hand brake ratchet worn

offside rear light lens broken

Fail 19 May 2006 44,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Slight binding on offside front brake

Pass 19 May 2006 44,922 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Slight binding on offside front brake

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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B479 CHJ is a 1985 Opel Manta in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B479 CHJ, 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 B479 CHJ registered?

B479 CHJ is a 1985 Opel Manta, first registered on 4 April 1985.

Is B479 CHJ safe to buy?

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