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C535 GNY

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Green Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,774 mi
Last recorded79,774 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC535 GNY
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 79,774 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2017 79,600 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 78,951 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2014 77,014 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

No front ARB fitted at time of test

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Underside heavily painted not allowing full inspection, corrosion showing along sills , and rear arches

Pass 23 Feb 2013 76,399 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 68,747 miles

rear ends of sills have been repaired

Pass 19 Apr 2010 56,473 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 41,090 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 41,044 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2006 40,553 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 40,052 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2005 40,050 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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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C535 GNY is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Green with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C535 GNY, 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 C535 GNY registered?

C535 GNY is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 28 November 1985.

Is C535 GNY safe to buy?

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