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A525 DPL

1983 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Nova49,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA525 DPL
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022

Nearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2021
Pass 27 Sep 2019
Pass 6 Oct 2014
Fail 3 Oct 2014

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jan 2013 74,373 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 74,373 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 44,493 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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A525 DPL is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A525 DPL, 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 A525 DPL registered?

A525 DPL is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 26 September 1983.

Is A525 DPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A525 DPL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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