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XRA 721Y

1983 Opel Manta

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,121 mi
Last recorded29,121 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1983 Opel Manta40,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRA 721Y
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 29,121 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 28,231 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 1st mid box (7.1.2)

all tyres smaller width than rims. stretched to fit.

horn control intermittent.

Fail 17 Apr 2018 28,231 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means temporary cap fitted (7.2.4b)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 1st mid box (7.1.2)

Rear both os and ns park brake cable release/return springs not fixed in back plates

all tyres smaller width than rims. stretched to fit.

horn control intermittent.

Pass 9 Mar 2017 27,013 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 26,227 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 25,788 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 24,497 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 22,714 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 21,477 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 19,933 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 16,977 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

only drivers seat fitted to vehicle

Pass 5 May 2006 14,619 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 14,553 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2005 12,424 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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XRA 721Y is a 1983 Opel Manta in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 XRA 721Y, 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 XRA 721Y registered?

XRA 721Y is a 1983 Opel Manta, first registered on 14 January 1983.

Is XRA 721Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRA 721Y shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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