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C325 CYD

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,370 mi
Last recorded47,370 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC325 CYD
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 47,370 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Jul 2015 43,557 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 43,511 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 43,506 miles

rust to general underside,brake pipes, and closers. ..

Pass 10 Jun 2008 43,454 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 43,426 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 43,426 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 42,989 miles

Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

rear tail box corrosion temp repair

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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C325 CYD 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 87.5%.

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 C325 CYD, 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 C325 CYD registered?

C325 CYD is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C325 CYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C325 CYD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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