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C950 TGX

1986 Opel Manta

White Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

88,658 mi
Last recorded88,658 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 1986 Opel Manta59,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC950 TGX
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 88,658 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 88,625 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Apr 2008 88,625 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2007 88,513 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 30 May 2006 86,743 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2006 86,743 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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C950 TGX is a 1986 Opel Manta in White with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C950 TGX, 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 C950 TGX registered?

C950 TGX is a 1986 Opel Manta, first registered on 14 February 1986.

Is C950 TGX safe to buy?

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