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C789 HGH

1985 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,282 mi
Last recorded35,282 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2013
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC789 HGH
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2013 35,282 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 34,689 miles

both rear archs blistered

Pass 15 Aug 2011 32,834 miles

offside rear wheel bearing has slight play, nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, nearside rear outer sill blistered, offside rear brake has slight bind

Pass 1 Sep 2010 32,381 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 32,114 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 32,114 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 31,951 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 31,721 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 31,721 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 31,287 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 30,778 miles

Nearside & offside rear wheel arches starting to corrode

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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C789 HGH is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 C789 HGH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C789 HGH registered?

C789 HGH is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 29 August 1985.

Is C789 HGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C789 HGH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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