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B17 RGO

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Diesel 1488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

41,248 mi
Last recorded41,248 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB17 RGO
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,488cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 41,248 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Tyres Wearing On Inner Edges

Internal Rear Veiw Mirror Missing

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 May 2016 40,871 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 39,718 miles

Centre Mirror Missing

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 13 May 2015 39,595 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 May 2014 36,616 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 36,553 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 33,846 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 33,815 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 33,599 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 33,596 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 32,180 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

ONLY DRIVERS SEAT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 7 Aug 2009 32,179 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting worn and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

ONLY DRIVERS SEAT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 21 Jul 2009 32,177 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

only drivers seat fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Apr 2006 30,118 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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B17 RGO is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1991 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 57,339 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 B17 RGO, 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 35 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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B17 RGO is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 20 March 1991.

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