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C157 BWS

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Brown Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,281 mi
Last recorded89,281 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2008
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC157 BWS
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2008 89,281 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 89,281 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 87,748 miles

Wipers deteriorated slightly

Pass 7 Feb 2006 86,117 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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C157 BWS is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Brown with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 C157 BWS, 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 C157 BWS registered?

C157 BWS is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 12 February 1986.

Is C157 BWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C157 BWS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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