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C215 ENM

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,886 mi
Last recorded90,886 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2011
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC215 ENM
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2011 90,886 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 88,340 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 85,503 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 82,431 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 3 May 2007 78,980 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 78,980 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 74,766 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 74,761 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

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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C215 ENM is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C215 ENM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C215 ENM registered?

C215 ENM is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 8 November 1985.

Is C215 ENM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C215 ENM shows 8 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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