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D163 WOO

1987 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

38,039 mi
Last recorded38,039 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD163 WOO
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 38,039 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 35,872 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 35,099 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 35,875 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 35,871 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 35,845 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 35,845 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 35,712 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 35,638 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 35,511 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 35,128 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 34,165 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 33,447 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 32,320 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 31,115 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 30,208 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 29,218 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 28,451 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 27,688 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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D163 WOO is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1987 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 52,441 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 D163 WOO, 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 39 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D163 WOO registered?

D163 WOO is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 7 May 1987.

Is D163 WOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D163 WOO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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