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C713 LNV

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Yellow Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

66,974 mi
Last recorded66,974 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2006
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC713 LNV
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2006 66,974 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 66,974 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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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C713 LNV is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Yellow with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C713 LNV, 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 C713 LNV registered?

C713 LNV is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 15 August 1985.

Is C713 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C713 LNV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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