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CLU 270Y

1983 Opel Manta

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

280 mi
Last recorded280 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 1983 Opel Manta40,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLU 270Y
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 280 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 280 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 261 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 221 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 190 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 131 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 16 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 16 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 May 2011 99,804 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 99,483 miles

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 99,055 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 98,581 miles

both front suspension arms slight play in bushes

o/s/r chassis rails rusting

Fail 4 Jun 2008 98,581 miles

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

both front suspension arms slight play in bushes

o/s/r chassis rails rusting

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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CLU 270Y is a 1983 Opel Manta in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1983 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 40,863 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 CLU 270Y, 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 43 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 CLU 270Y registered?

CLU 270Y is a 1983 Opel Manta, first registered on 12 March 1983.

Is CLU 270Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLU 270Y shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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