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A481 KRU

1984 Vauxhall Nova

Black Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,949 mi
Last recorded5,949 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2008
Typical for 1984 Vauxhall Nova52,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA481 KRU
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2008 5,949 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 5,949 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2007 3,718 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 3,718 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 1,025 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 1,025 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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A481 KRU is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova in Black with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 52,470 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 A481 KRU, 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 42 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A481 KRU registered?

A481 KRU is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 13 March 1984.

Is A481 KRU safe to buy?

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