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A805 MHJ

1983 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,091 mi
Last recorded58,091 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2010
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Nova49,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA805 MHJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2010 58,091 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 55,155 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 55,150 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

engine oil leak , o/s/r tyre side wall cracking hand brake lever near end of travel

Pass 5 Jun 2006

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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A805 MHJ is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 A805 MHJ, 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 A805 MHJ registered?

A805 MHJ is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 3 August 1983.

Is A805 MHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A805 MHJ shows 4 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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