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C471 DUU

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Yellow Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,598 mi
Last recorded53,598 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2006
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC471 DUU
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2006 53,598 miles

oil leak from gearbox

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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C471 DUU is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Yellow with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 C471 DUU, 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 C471 DUU registered?

C471 DUU is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 4 June 1986.

Is C471 DUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C471 DUU shows 1 test 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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