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C179 FTT

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Yellow Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,889 mi
Last recorded25,889 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2012
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC179 FTT
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2012 25,889 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 16,158 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

osr tyre out of round

Pass 27 Feb 2010 6,772 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 637 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 95,662 miles

corrosion starting to offside and nearside rear outer sills

Pass 3 Mar 2007 92,705 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 88,251 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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C179 FTT is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Yellow with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C179 FTT, 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 C179 FTT registered?

C179 FTT is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 24 January 1986.

Is C179 FTT safe to buy?

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