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C342 GNK

1986 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,972 mi
Last recorded11,972 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC342 GNK
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2024 11,972 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 11,896 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 11,798 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 11,757 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 11,596 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 11,516 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 11,394 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 11,259 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 10,978 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 25,708 miles

front crossmember osr sill and underside inner wings have some corrosion not considered excessive at time of test

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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C342 GNK is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 C342 GNK, 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 C342 GNK registered?

C342 GNK is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C342 GNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C342 GNK shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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