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B434 YUR

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB434 YUR
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2025
Pass 16 Mar 2024
Pass 31 Mar 2022
Pass 31 Mar 2021

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Mar 2021

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2019
Pass 21 Aug 2017 59,960 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 59,960 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 60,395 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 59,960 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 59,960 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight corrosion to n/s/r wheel arch

Pass 30 May 2009 62,540 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 59,960 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005

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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B434 YUR is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1985 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 52,263 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 B434 YUR, 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 41 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B434 YUR registered?

B434 YUR is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 June 1985.

Is B434 YUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B434 YUR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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