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B575 EJW

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Yellow Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,746 mi
Last recorded72,746 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB575 EJW
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 72,746 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 71,817 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 70,506 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 70,099 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 69,360 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 69,360 miles

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 68,276 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 67,125 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 63,527 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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B575 EJW is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Yellow with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B575 EJW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B575 EJW?

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What year was B575 EJW registered?

B575 EJW is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 30 April 1985.

Is B575 EJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B575 EJW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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