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C977 VBJ

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

66,265 mi
Last recorded66,265 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2008
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC977 VBJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2008 66,265 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 66,265 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 50,522 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 35,605 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 35,477 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

windscreen chipped rear seat belt does not always lock or retract

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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C977 VBJ is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C977 VBJ, 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 C977 VBJ registered?

C977 VBJ is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 February 1986.

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