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E743 JYY

1988 Opel Manta

Red Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

77,888 mi
Last recorded77,888 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2014
Typical for 1988 Opel Manta52,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE743 JYY
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2014 77,888 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

rer service brake just met efficiency 51%

Fail 11 Feb 2014 77,888 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 77,528 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 77,144 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 77,144 miles

Centre Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 76,179 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

brake pedal feels soft but ok

rear diff makes noise

Fail 15 Oct 2008 76,179 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

brake pedal feels soft but ok

rear diff makes noise

Pass 15 Nov 2007 73,379 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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E743 JYY is a 1988 Opel Manta in Red with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 E743 JYY, 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.

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What year was E743 JYY registered?

E743 JYY is a 1988 Opel Manta, first registered on 13 January 1988.

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