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A618 XGM

1983 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

71,888 mi
Last recorded71,888 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Nova49,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA618 XGM
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 71,888 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2023 71,662 miles

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 67,227 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 61,112 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 60,981 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 60,963 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 60,918 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 60,651 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2014 60,615 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2013 60,275 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

slight under body rust relevent to age of the vehicle

Pass 21 Aug 2012 59,897 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 59,473 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 59,468 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Aug 2010 59,040 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 59,036 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2009 58,554 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 58,554 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2008 58,046 miles

o/s/f inner wing corroding

rear exh repaired

wear front disc

Pass 2 Aug 2007 57,436 miles

oil leak

outer sills rusty

Pass 4 Aug 2006 56,934 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 56,160 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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A618 XGM is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 A618 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A618 XGM registered?

A618 XGM is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 September 1983.

Is A618 XGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A618 XGM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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