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C394 CYD

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Yellow Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,596 mi
Last recorded94,596 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2013
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC394 CYD
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2013 94,596 miles

both outer sills covered in mud

both rear w/bearing slight play

under vehicle covered in under seal

Pass 19 Sep 2012 90,299 miles

both raer wheel bearings slight play

both rear brake pipes slighty corroded

both rear trailing arm bushes slight play and slighty perished

fuel pipe at fill up pipe corroded but not condiderd excessive

nearside front track rod end slight play

offside front tyre slighty perished

Pass 27 Sep 2011 87,917 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 42,952 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 42,952 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 May 2007 36,433 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 36,433 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2006 29,741 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 29,683 miles

Front Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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C394 CYD is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Yellow with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 C394 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C394 CYD registered?

C394 CYD is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 29 August 1985.

Is C394 CYD safe to buy?

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