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TAJ 831R

1988 Opel Manta

White Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,998 mi
Last recorded88,998 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2011
Typical for 1988 Opel Manta52,339 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAJ 831R
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2011 88,998 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 87,065 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

some chassis sections showing some corrosion

unable to inspect outter sills plastic side skirts fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2009 84,721 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

clutch cable chaffing steering coupling

unable to inspect outter sills plastic side skirts fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2008 83,196 miles

unable to inspect outter sills plastic covers fitted

Pass 1 May 2007 80,367 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 80,365 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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TAJ 831R is a 1988 Opel Manta in White with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TAJ 831R, 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 TAJ 831R registered?

TAJ 831R is a 1988 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is TAJ 831R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAJ 831R shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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