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E288 EKX

1988 Opel Manta

White Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

11,181 mi
Last recorded11,181 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Opel Manta52,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE288 EKX
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 11,181 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 11,163 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 11,065 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both front track rod ends slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 10,726 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 10,694 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 110,430 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 109,757 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 109,757 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 19,432 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 19,432 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 904 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 904 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 8,603 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 8,603 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 8,116 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 7,163 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 7,145 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 19 May 2012 6,697 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 5,972 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 5,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 22 May 2010 5,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 May 2009 3,833 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 17 May 2008 3,219 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 2,024 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 1,496 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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E288 EKX is a 1988 Opel Manta in White with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 E288 EKX, 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 E288 EKX registered?

E288 EKX is a 1988 Opel Manta, first registered on 24 May 1988.

Is E288 EKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E288 EKX shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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