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C244 FOO

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Yellow Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,101 mi
Last recorded79,101 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC244 FOO
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 79,101 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 78,513 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2014 77,022 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 74,289 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 71,635 miles

front brake imbalance 24%

Fail 3 Mar 2012 71,628 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 67,648 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 65,497 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 63,403 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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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C244 FOO is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Yellow with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C244 FOO, 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.

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What year was C244 FOO registered?

C244 FOO is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 19 August 1985.

Is C244 FOO safe to buy?

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