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E881 CJH

1987 Opel Manta

White Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

63,694 mi
Last recorded63,694 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Opel Manta56,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE881 CJH
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 63,694 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 63,339 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 62,693 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 61,944 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 60,774 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 58,450 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 57,990 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 56,989 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 55,908 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 54,813 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 53,590 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 50,524 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 51,927 miles

Both rear springs not located at top mounting. One spring appears to be fitted upside down.

Fail 21 Nov 2012 51,927 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear springs not locating at top mounting and one spring appears to be fitted upsidedown

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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E881 CJH is a 1987 Opel Manta in White with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1987 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 56,856 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 E881 CJH, 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 39 years old, this Opel Manta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E881 CJH?

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What year was E881 CJH registered?

E881 CJH is a 1987 Opel Manta, first registered on 26 October 1987.

Is E881 CJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E881 CJH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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