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C511 EYB

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Gold Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2009
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

80,894 mi
Last recorded80,894 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2008
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC511 EYB
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2008 80,894 miles

front number plate cracked

Fail 11 Aug 2008 80,894 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front number plate cracked

Pass 13 Aug 2007 78,986 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 78,971 miles

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

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 73,892 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 73,892 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2005 66,563 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 66,563 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2005 66,563 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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C511 EYB is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Gold with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 C511 EYB, 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.

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What year was C511 EYB registered?

C511 EYB is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 28 August 1985.

Is C511 EYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C511 EYB shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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