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A538 EDC

1983 Vauxhall Nova

Silver Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

70,767 mi
Last recorded70,767 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Nova49,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA538 EDC
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 70,767 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 May 2023 70,763 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at strut turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Mar 2022 68,550 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split cords expossed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced at top suspension mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps yellow (4.1.4 (b))

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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2020 62,714 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 May 2020 62,714 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Fuel hose insecure both jubilee clips securing hoses corroded and broken (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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Pass 9 Sep 2016 53,080 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 46,770 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 44,455 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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A538 EDC is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova in Silver with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 A538 EDC, 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 A538 EDC registered?

A538 EDC is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 2 September 1983.

Is A538 EDC safe to buy?

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