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F968 MCF

1988 Opel Manta

Blue Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,474 mi
Last recorded65,474 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 1988 Opel Manta52,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF968 MCF
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 65,474 miles

Front n/s o/s front chassis slight corrosion

Offside Front o/s front floor slight corrosion

Pass 11 Feb 2016 64,131 miles

steering rack got a slight leak

Pass 20 Feb 2015 62,527 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 62,505 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 61,122 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 61,122 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front inner wings corroded.

Pass 16 Mar 2013 56,836 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 55,822 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 55,105 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

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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F968 MCF is a 1988 Opel Manta in Blue with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 52,339 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 F968 MCF, 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 38 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 F968 MCF registered?

F968 MCF is a 1988 Opel Manta, first registered on 16 August 1988.

Is F968 MCF safe to buy?

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