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C43 KHE

1986 Opel Manta

White Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

2,803 mi
Last recorded2,803 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Opel Manta59,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC43 KHE
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 2,803 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2026 2,793 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill corroded/hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached Bottom bolt missing its nut (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 318 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 315 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 98,288 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 95,525 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff has a slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 93,349 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 93,342 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing nut loose, split pin missing (2.1.3 (d))

Oil leaking excessively from engine oil pump ? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front exhaust down pipe fouling suspension bolt

Offside Front clutch cable fouling the steering column coupling

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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C43 KHE is a 1986 Opel Manta in White with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 C43 KHE, 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.

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What year was C43 KHE registered?

C43 KHE is a 1986 Opel Manta, first registered on 3 April 1986.

Is C43 KHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C43 KHE shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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