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C774 RMX

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,950 mi
Last recorded72,950 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2008
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC774 RMX
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2008 72,950 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 70,123 miles

o/s/r shock absorber noisey

Fail 24 Oct 2007 70,123 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s/r shock absorber noisey

Pass 1 Nov 2006 66,805 miles

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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C774 RMX is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 C774 RMX, 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 C774 RMX registered?

C774 RMX is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 November 1985.

Is C774 RMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C774 RMX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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