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B966 BML

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,492 mi
Last recorded25,492 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB966 BML
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 25,492 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 13 Jul 2026 25,481 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 24,777 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2025 24,766 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 23,529 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 22,646 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 21,049 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 19,570 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 19,544 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 19,518 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 19,416 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 19,335 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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B966 BML is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B966 BML, 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 B966 BML registered?

B966 BML is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 11 March 1985.

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The MOT history for B966 BML shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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