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B845 EPU

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

59,636 mi
Last recorded59,636 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB845 EPU
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 59,636 miles

Both rear wheel arch areas are corroded

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 28 Sep 2020 59,580 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Both rear wheel arch areas are corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 55,368 miles

Offside Corrosion on sill

Pass 23 Mar 2018 55,121 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 54,978 miles

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front valence (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front valence (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Fail 15 Mar 2017 54,978 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shocker top (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front valence (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front valence (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 54,795 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 54,795 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Fail 17 Mar 2015 54,473 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 54,473 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 53,962 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 53,394 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 53,394 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 51,992 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Apr 2012 51,992 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 5 Apr 2011 50,055 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 50,055 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 48,131 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 48,131 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 46,293 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 44,359 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 44,359 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 42,236 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 42,236 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 40,443 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 40,443 miles

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

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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B845 EPU is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

Across all 1986 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 52,216 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B845 EPU, 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 40 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B845 EPU registered?

B845 EPU is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 January 1986.

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