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C908 DRJ

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Yellow Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,402 mi
Last recorded61,402 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC908 DRJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 61,402 miles

Nearside + offside front chassis leg/subframe poor condition corroding

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle underbody slight corrosion

Fail 13 Jun 2018 61,389 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside + offside front chassis leg/subframe poor condition corroding

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle underbody slight corrosion

Pass 26 May 2017 60,779 miles

Nearside front sub frame poor condition corroded

Nearside rear parking brake cable corroded

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 May 2016 59,629 miles

Nearside Front Sub frame poor condition

Oil leak

Parking brake cable poor condition

Pass 12 Jun 2015 58,689 miles

nearside front sub frame poor condition

Pass 12 Jun 2014 58,034 miles

windscreen scratched

Pass 12 Jun 2013 57,500 miles

windscreen scratched

Pass 6 Jun 2012 57,010 miles

fuel smell no fault found

windscreen scratched

Pass 31 May 2011 56,571 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 56,568 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 56,169 miles

slight scratch on windscreen

Pass 27 May 2009 55,562 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 54,797 miles

oil leak

slight scratch on screen

Pass 8 Jun 2007 54,016 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 53,360 miles

n/s/r outersill startint 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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C908 DRJ is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Yellow with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 C908 DRJ, 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

How do I check the history of C908 DRJ?

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What year was C908 DRJ registered?

C908 DRJ is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 14 February 1986.

Is C908 DRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C908 DRJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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