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FHJ 1Y

1988 Opel Manta

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

56,010 mi
Last recorded56,010 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 1988 Opel Manta52,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHJ 1Y
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2016 56,010 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front -> centre joint (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front inner wheel arch corroded at front (behind headlamp) and rear

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 55,830 miles

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

heavy corrosion to offside and nearside sill not yet excessive

Fail 30 Sep 2015 55,806 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases between downpipe and centre (7.1.2)

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

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

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

heavy corrosion to offside and nearside sill not yet excessive

Pass 4 Oct 2014 53,808 miles

Front sill corroded not yet excessive

Fail 1 Oct 2014 53,799 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Front sill corroded not yet excessive

Fail 5 Sep 2013 51,619 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 51,619 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 48,233 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 48,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 44,626 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 44,626 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 44,572 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 44,389 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 44,386 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 44,101 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage to both front wings

oil leak

rear fog lamp slightly loose

wipers slightly smeary

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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FHJ 1Y is a 1988 Opel Manta in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 FHJ 1Y, 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.

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FHJ 1Y is a 1988 Opel Manta, first registered on 9 May 1988.

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