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C294 OLV

1986 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,397 mi
Last recorded31,397 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2007
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC294 OLV
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2007 31,397 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 25,733 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 25,725 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

battery insecure

front bumper and grill securing bolts loose

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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C294 OLV is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C294 OLV, 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 C294 OLV registered?

C294 OLV is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 4 February 1986.

Is C294 OLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C294 OLV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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