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C574 DMT

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Black Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

80,598 mi
Last recorded80,598 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC574 DMT
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2014 80,598 miles

both rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 6 Jun 2014 80,598 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

both rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2013 76,600 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 76,600 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 71,987 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 71,983 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 56,256 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 52,027 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 50,498 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 50,212 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 49,638 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 49,634 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2006 48,863 miles

exhaust is corroded + slight blow

nearside sill is corroded

oil leak

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
Full Vauxhall Nova reliability report

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C574 DMT is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Black with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 C574 DMT, 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 C574 DMT registered?

C574 DMT is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 16 August 1985.

Is C574 DMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C574 DMT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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