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BFJ 804T

1978 Opel Manta

White Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

46,782 mi
Last recorded46,782 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2014
Typical for 1978 Opel Manta51,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFJ 804T
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2014 46,782 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside front chassis leg in wheel arch rusty

Fail 19 Aug 2013 46,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 46,681 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 46,391 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 46,391 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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BFJ 804T is a 1978 Opel Manta in White with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 51,511 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 BFJ 804T, 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 48 years old, this Opel Manta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFJ 804T registered?

BFJ 804T is a 1978 Opel Manta, first registered on 25 October 1978.

Is BFJ 804T safe to buy?

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