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FWX 65Y

1983 Opel Manta

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,908 mi
Last recorded58,908 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 Opel Manta40,863 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWX 65Y
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2022 58,908 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 58,862 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 58,840 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 58,815 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 58,783 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 58,501 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 58,377 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 58,377 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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FWX 65Y is a 1983 Opel Manta in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FWX 65Y, 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 FWX 65Y registered?

FWX 65Y is a 1983 Opel Manta, first registered on 15 March 1983.

Is FWX 65Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWX 65Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FWX 65Y have outstanding finance?

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