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C761 VVC

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

57,201 mi
Last recorded57,201 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2007
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC761 VVC
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2007 57,201 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 57,007 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight binding nearside front brake and inbalance 16%

Pass 8 Nov 2005 56,321 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 56,321 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.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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C761 VVC is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 C761 VVC, 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 C761 VVC registered?

C761 VVC is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 21 October 1985.

Is C761 VVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C761 VVC shows 4 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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