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E870 FCJ

1988 Opel Manta

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

34,583 mi
Last recorded34,583 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 1988 Opel Manta52,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE870 FCJ
MakeOpel
ModelManta
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 34,583 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 34,574 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 34,560 miles

Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both upper (2.4.G.2)

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output all four (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 34,468 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced all four (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 34,381 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 34,254 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 34,191 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2012 33,962 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 33,962 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 33,778 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 33,778 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 33,714 miles

o/s front brake disc worn o/s n/s front tyres o/s reartyre perishing

Fail 10 Jun 2010 33,714 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s front brake disc worn o/s n/s front tyres o/s reartyre perishing

Fail 3 Jun 2009 33,444 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 33,444 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 33,109 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 32,680 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 6 Jun 2007 32,680 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 32,255 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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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E870 FCJ is a 1988 Opel Manta in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 E870 FCJ, 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 E870 FCJ registered?

E870 FCJ is a 1988 Opel Manta, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is E870 FCJ safe to buy?

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