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C686 XRV

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Beige Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

19,706 mi
Last recorded19,706 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC686 XRV
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 19,706 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 19,706 miles

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 19,704 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 19,700 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2017 19,693 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all four tyres starting to crack and perish

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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C686 XRV is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Beige with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 C686 XRV, 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 C686 XRV registered?

C686 XRV is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 8 August 1985.

Is C686 XRV safe to buy?

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