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C208 JNM

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

49,099 mi
Last recorded49,099 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2006
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC208 JNM
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2006 49,099 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 58,333 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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C208 JNM is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C208 JNM, 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 C208 JNM registered?

C208 JNM is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 9 May 1986.

Is C208 JNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C208 JNM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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