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C982 SVT

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,733 mi
Last recorded43,733 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2013
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC982 SVT
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Nov 2013 43,733 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

general corrosion on vehicle

Pass 10 Nov 2012 37,719 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 33,531 miles

no passenger seat fitted

Fail 29 May 2011 33,310 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

no passenger seat fitted

Pass 17 May 2010 30,149 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 29,971 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 29,780 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 29,548 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 29,327 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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C982 SVT is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C982 SVT, 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 C982 SVT registered?

C982 SVT is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 26 June 1986.

Is C982 SVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C982 SVT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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