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A26 XGM

1983 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,132 mi
Last recorded65,132 miles
Recorded on21 May 2010
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Nova49,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 XGM
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2010 65,132 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

n/s/f tyre cracked in tread

n/s/r tyre cracked in sidewall

rear wiper blade torn

Fail 20 May 2010 65,122 miles

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

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

n/s/f tyre cracked in tread

n/s/r tyre cracked in sidewall

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 21 May 2009 65,085 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

n/s/r tyre cracked in sidewall

rear wiper blade torn

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front number plate cracked

Fail 21 May 2009 65,085 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

front number plate cracked

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

n/s/r tyre cracked in sidewall

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 21 May 2008 64,842 miles

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 23 May 2007 64,249 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

corrosion in n/s & o/s sills

Pass 1 Jun 2006 63,661 miles

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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A26 XGM is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A26 XGM, 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 A26 XGM registered?

A26 XGM is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A26 XGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A26 XGM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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