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C65 OEW

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30 mi
Last recorded30 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC65 OEW
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 30 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 91,450 miles

nearside repeater not working

offside repeater showing

Fail 20 Aug 2021 91,450 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside repeater not working

Offside repeater showing white

Pass 12 Aug 2020 91,450 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))

Slight bind to nearside rear wheel

Pass 10 Feb 2017 91,450 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mount perished- replaced.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Feb 2017 91,450 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mount perished- replaced.

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam Repaired fuse holder. (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 91,450 miles

front and rear reg plates deteriated

light damage to osf and nsf jacking points

nsf cv boot security on limits

nsf headlight slight insecurity

nsf tyre close to limit

osf and nsf seat security near mot limits

Pass 29 Jan 2015 91,450 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 91,450 miles

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

car modified for racing

Pass 17 Dec 2012 91,450 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOOK LOW.

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)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Fail 17 Dec 2012 91,450 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOOK LOW.

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Fail 30 Nov 2011 91,450 miles

NS park brake performance lower than OS.

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 91,450 miles

NS park brake performance lower than OS.

Pass 4 Dec 2010 91,450 miles

Competition vehicle.

Seat brackets present on NSF.

Fail 27 Nov 2009 91,450 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 91,450 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 91,450 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 91,450 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

nsf steering rack worn

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 91,450 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

steering rack worn

Pass 28 Jan 2006 91,450 miles

Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.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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C65 OEW is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C65 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

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What year was C65 OEW registered?

C65 OEW is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C65 OEW safe to buy?

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