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UAB 133Y

1983 Opel Manta

Silver Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

50,336 mi
Last recorded50,336 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2011
Typical for 1983 Opel Manta40,863 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAB 133Y
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2011 50,336 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

engine mount bolt loose

play in steering rack

rear brake flexi clip missing but secure

Fail 15 Jun 2011 50,335 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

engine mount bolt loose

play in steering rack

rear brake flexi clip missing but secure

Pass 1 Apr 2010 48,639 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 48,639 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 45,467 miles

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

advise both rear wheel bearings feel slightly rough

Pass 27 Jun 2007 44,923 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Coolant leak

hand brake travel

slight play stearing rack

Pass 13 Mar 2006 44,810 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 44,810 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Trailing arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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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UAB 133Y is a 1983 Opel Manta in Silver with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 UAB 133Y, 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 UAB 133Y registered?

UAB 133Y is a 1983 Opel Manta, first registered on 27 June 1983.

Is UAB 133Y safe to buy?

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