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C830 NHD

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Silver Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,994 mi
Last recorded40,994 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC830 NHD
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 40,994 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 40,679 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 40,249 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 40,249 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 38,112 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 36,410 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

O/S Rear wheel arch slight corrosion

Pass 23 Jun 2010 33,243 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 30,354 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 25,297 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 25,013 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 24,646 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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C830 NHD is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Silver with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 C830 NHD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C830 NHD registered?

C830 NHD is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 15 April 1986.

Is C830 NHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C830 NHD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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