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C511 UPV

1985 Opel Manta

Red Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,225 mi
Last recorded93,225 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 1985 Opel Manta58,827 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC511 UPV
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 93,225 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 93,224 miles

Front chassis rails slightly corroded

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front drop link rubbers starting to perish

Offside Front drop link rubbers perishing

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 93,179 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 3 Aug 2022 93,179 miles

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 93,101 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 93,101 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working Front (3.4 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 93,043 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rubber bushes starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2014 92,992 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 92,748 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 92,588 miles

front brake discs rusty

Fail 19 Jul 2011 92,588 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

front brake discs rusty

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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C511 UPV is a 1985 Opel Manta in Red with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1985 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 58,827 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 C511 UPV, 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 41 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 C511 UPV registered?

C511 UPV is a 1985 Opel Manta, first registered on 20 December 1985.

Is C511 UPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C511 UPV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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