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E854 CMY

1987 Opel Manta

White Petrol 1979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

62,951 mi
Last recorded62,951 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1987 Opel Manta56,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE854 CMY
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,979cc
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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 62,951 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 62,241 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 61,844 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 60,824 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 59,797 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 59,024 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 58,114 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 57,334 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 56,354 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 54,494 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 54,494 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 53,074 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 51,594 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 50,104 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 48,864 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 47,667 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 46,334 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 44,834 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 43,644 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 42,564 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 41,234 miles

EXHAUST DOWNPIPE BOLT MISSING

Pass 28 Jul 2005 40,235 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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E854 CMY is a 1987 Opel Manta in White with a 1,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1987 Opel Manta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 56,856 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 E854 CMY, 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 39 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 E854 CMY?

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What year was E854 CMY registered?

E854 CMY is a 1987 Opel Manta, first registered on 28 August 1987.

Is E854 CMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E854 CMY shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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