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A131 NYB

1983 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

152,653 mi
Last recorded152,653 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2008
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Nova49,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA131 NYB
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2008 152,653 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

various corrosion forming under vehicle not considered to mbe excessive

Fail 7 Apr 2008 152,653 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

various corrosion forming under vehicle not considered to mbe excessive

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Nova?

Based on 165,951 MOT tests across 38,339 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
1,993
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
38,339
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 31,003
constant velocity joint gaiter split 11,176
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,049
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,696
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,685
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A131 NYB is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 49,638 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 Vauxhall Nova fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 31,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A131 NYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Nova typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 43 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A131 NYB registered?

A131 NYB is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 2 August 1983.

Is A131 NYB safe to buy?

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