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A638 DPE

1983 Vauxhall Nova

Black Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,995 mi
Last recorded33,995 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2007
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Nova49,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA638 DPE
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2007 33,995 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 33,995 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

brake pipes rusty †cv boots perished †outer sills rusty †floor rusty †nsr outer sill rusty †osr inner sill rusty

Pass 17 Jan 2006 32,750 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 32,750 miles

Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear number plate starting to lift

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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A638 DPE is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova in Black 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 A638 DPE, 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 A638 DPE registered?

A638 DPE is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 9 November 1983.

Is A638 DPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A638 DPE shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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