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E319 NBD

1988 Opel Manta

Blue Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

6,789 mi
Last recorded6,789 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Opel Manta52,339 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE319 NBD
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 6,789 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2024 6,576 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 6,541 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 6,533 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess park brake (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 6,260 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 6,107 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 6,045 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 5,816 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 5,567 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 5,302 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 4,994 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 4,856 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 4,614 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 4,376 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 4,339 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 4,073 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 3,926 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 3,148 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 8 Apr 2008 3,147 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 2,633 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 2,591 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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E319 NBD is a 1988 Opel Manta in Blue with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 E319 NBD, 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

How do I check the history of E319 NBD?

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What year was E319 NBD registered?

E319 NBD is a 1988 Opel Manta, first registered on 2 March 1988.

Is E319 NBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E319 NBD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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