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C446 CDB

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Black Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

98,979 mi
Last recorded98,979 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2005
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC446 CDB
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Dec 2005 98,979 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

spare tyre defective

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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C446 CDB is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Black with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 C446 CDB, 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 C446 CDB registered?

C446 CDB is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 10 January 1986.

Is C446 CDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C446 CDB shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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