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C965 UNP

1986 Opel Manta

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

61,674 mi
Last recorded61,674 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1986 Opel Manta59,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC965 UNP
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 61,674 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 61,358 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 60,945 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 60,630 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 60,065 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 59,974 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 59,517 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 59,054 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 59,059 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 58,019 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 57,091 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 57,059 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 56,379 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 55,318 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 54,790 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 54,790 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 May 2010 54,664 miles

corrosion outer sills

Fail 25 May 2010 54,664 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

corrosion outer sills

Pass 19 May 2009 54,217 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 53,677 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 53,089 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 53,089 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 May 2006 52,400 miles

corrosion on main chassis rails

corrosion on outer sills

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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C965 UNP is a 1986 Opel Manta in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 C965 UNP, 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 C965 UNP registered?

C965 UNP is a 1986 Opel Manta, first registered on 2 June 1986.

Is C965 UNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C965 UNP shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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