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C963 ORA

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,026 mi
Last recorded82,026 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2010
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC963 ORA
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2010 82,026 miles

rear wheel arches badly corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2009 81,038 miles

general corrosion

no rear seat belts fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2008 79,973 miles

Oil leak

both outer sills corroded

both rear wheel arches corroded

fuel cap area corroded

Pass 13 Feb 2007 78,762 miles

general under body corrosion

Pass 15 Feb 2006 77,603 miles

Center and raer exhaust mounts perished

Freeplay osr hub

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

Rear archs very rusty

Unadle to open tailgate

coolant leaking

Fail 15 Feb 2006 77,603 miles

Center and raer exhaust mounts perished

Freeplay osr hub

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear archs very rusty

Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Unadle to open tailgate

coolant leaking

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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C963 ORA is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C963 ORA, 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 C963 ORA registered?

C963 ORA is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 21 February 1986.

Is C963 ORA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C963 ORA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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