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B555 HVK

1985 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,130 mi
Last recorded90,130 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB555 HVK
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 90,130 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 90,112 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2020 89,700 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 89,173 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 89,173 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2016 89,095 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside rear floor (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 88,590 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 87,482 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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B555 HVK is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B555 HVK, 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 B555 HVK registered?

B555 HVK is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 17 May 1985.

Is B555 HVK safe to buy?

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