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B483 CJN

1985 Opel Manta

Red Petrol 2410cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,352 mi
Last recorded44,352 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 1985 Opel Manta58,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB483 CJN
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,410cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 44,352 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 40,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 35,476 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Oct 2013 35,464 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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B483 CJN is a 1985 Opel Manta in Red with a 2,410cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 B483 CJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B483 CJN registered?

B483 CJN is a 1985 Opel Manta, first registered on 15 April 1985.

Is B483 CJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B483 CJN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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