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MAF 8P

1983 Opel Manta

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,133 mi
Last recorded66,133 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2009
Typical for 1983 Opel Manta40,863 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAF 8P
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2009 66,133 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 66,133 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

off side front tyre has slite cracks

Pass 25 Jan 2008 65,104 miles

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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MAF 8P is a 1983 Opel Manta in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MAF 8P, 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 MAF 8P registered?

MAF 8P is a 1983 Opel Manta, first registered on 16 June 1983.

Is MAF 8P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAF 8P shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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