MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
810,073 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Nova?
Based on 165,951 MOT tests across 38,339 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A487 WMR is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova in Silver with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 A487 WMR, 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 A487 WMR registered?
A487 WMR is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 4 October 1983.
Is A487 WMR safe to buy?
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