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A740 FRS

1983 Vauxhall Nova

Brown Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

43,471 mi
Last recorded43,471 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2007
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Nova49,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA740 FRS
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1983
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2007 43,471 miles

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

holed behind o/s headlamp

Fail 7 Nov 2007 43,471 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

earth strap at gearbox broken

holed behind o/s headlamp

Pass 23 Nov 2006 42,281 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

unable to properly assess rear brake pipes due to coating

Fail 20 Nov 2006 42,281 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

unable to properly assess rear brake pipes due to coating

Fail 14 Nov 2006 42,250 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 14 Nov 2005 39,533 miles

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

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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A740 FRS is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova in Brown with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 A740 FRS, 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 A740 FRS registered?

A740 FRS is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 11 November 1983.

Is A740 FRS safe to buy?

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