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C840 JOF

1986 Opel Manta

Red Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

65,468 mi
Last recorded65,468 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Opel Manta59,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC840 JOF
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 65,468 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 65,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2024 65,397 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 65,397 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 65,222 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 64,958 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 64,958 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 64,682 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 64,441 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 64,330 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 64,118 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 63,941 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 63,665 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 63,409 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 63,409 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 63,074 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 63,074 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 64,828 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 62,738 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 61,973 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 61,351 miles

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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C840 JOF is a 1986 Opel Manta in Red with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 C840 JOF, 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 C840 JOF registered?

C840 JOF is a 1986 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C840 JOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C840 JOF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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