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C242 EWY

1986 Opel Manta

White Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,276 mi
Last recorded98,276 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 Opel Manta59,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC242 EWY
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 98,276 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 98,276 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 97,007 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 97,007 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 96,621 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 92,445 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 91,912 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 25 Jun 2012 90,893 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 90,893 miles

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

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

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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C242 EWY is a 1986 Opel Manta in White with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 59,974 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 C242 EWY, 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 40 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 C242 EWY registered?

C242 EWY is a 1986 Opel Manta, first registered on 16 June 1986.

Is C242 EWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C242 EWY shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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