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C265 NRX

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

92,653 mi
Last recorded92,653 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2009
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC265 NRX
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2009 92,653 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 1 Dec 2009 92,516 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 84,267 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 84,267 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

rattle inside rear silencer

Pass 23 Nov 2007 78,322 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 78,322 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 76,412 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 75,320 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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C265 NRX is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 C265 NRX, 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 C265 NRX registered?

C265 NRX is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 22 January 1986.

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