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C521 KFF

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Brown Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,046 mi
Last recorded20,046 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC521 KFF
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 20,046 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 19,323 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 18,131 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 18,131 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 17,809 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 17,595 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 17,415 miles

all 4 tyres slightly cracked

Pass 3 Jul 2018 17,191 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 16,725 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 15,937 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 15,814 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 15,814 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 15,781 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 15,660 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 15,521 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 15,457 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 15,276 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 15,276 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 14,869 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 14,743 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 14,606 miles

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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C521 KFF is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Brown with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 C521 KFF, 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 C521 KFF registered?

C521 KFF is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 22 October 1985.

Is C521 KFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C521 KFF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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