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C819 GTA

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

37,836 mi
Last recorded37,836 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2019
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC819 GTA
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Fail 7 Feb 2019 37,836 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Body has an unsafe modification Wheel arch area sharp edges. (6.2.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill area. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper excessively weakened by corrosion And seized. (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill area as marked and seat belt mount area. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced As marked underside of vehicle. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick x 2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin x 2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Mount deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 37,272 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin X 4 (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 36,488 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Section ! (7.1.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated X 2 (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 33,627 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2016 33,614 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively X 2 split (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to outer sill area as marked. (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 33,233 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2015 33,221 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Underside of vehicle corroded various places.

Pass 18 Jan 2014 33,165 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle in need of a full brake service.

Pass 16 Jan 2013 131,724 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 131,718 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2012 31,261 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 31,037 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2011 28,140 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside front brake restricted free movement.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle in need of a full brake service.

Pass 30 Jan 2010 125,513 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 25,088 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 25,039 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 24,685 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 24,157 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front reg plate faded

Pass 21 Jan 2006 23,164 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2006 23,164 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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C819 GTA is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1986 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 52,216 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 C819 GTA, 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 40 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C819 GTA registered?

C819 GTA is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 24 February 1986.

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