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C477 OEW

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Green Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,758 mi
Last recorded57,758 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC477 OEW
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 57,758 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 57,552 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 57,455 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 57,329 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 57,023 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 56,950 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 56,520 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2014 55,918 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 55,359 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 54,240 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 53,911 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 53,376 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 52,124 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 50,238 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 48,000 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 46,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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C477 OEW is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Green with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 C477 OEW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C477 OEW?

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What year was C477 OEW registered?

C477 OEW is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 28 February 1986.

Is C477 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C477 OEW shows 16 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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