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C212 YFK

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,426 mi
Last recorded3,426 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2015
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC212 YFK
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2015 3,426 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 May 2014
Pass 9 Oct 2012 3,426 miles

Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2010 3,322 miles

Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 7 Oct 2009 3,174 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 3,174 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 2,687 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 2,132 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 12,166 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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C212 YFK is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C212 YFK, 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 C212 YFK registered?

C212 YFK is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 14 February 1986.

Is C212 YFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C212 YFK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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