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C264 JPU

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Beige Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

74,260 mi
Last recorded74,260 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC264 JPU
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 74,260 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 73,895 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 73,335 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 72,445 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 72,445 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 71,397 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 69,880 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 69,076 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 68,094 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside lower performance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

slight damage to front windscreen

Pass 20 Oct 2017 67,609 miles

screen damaged in swept area but not affecting drivers view of road

Pass 27 Oct 2016 66,840 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 66,359 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 65,103 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 64,557 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 63,675 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 62,773 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 62,215 miles

front shock absorbers weak

nearside front tyre wearing low inner edge

Pass 30 Oct 2009 61,644 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 61,006 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 60,164 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 58,881 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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C264 JPU is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Beige with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 C264 JPU, 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 C264 JPU registered?

C264 JPU is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C264 JPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C264 JPU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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