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D408 BEG

1987 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,970 mi
Last recorded83,970 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2010
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD408 BEG
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Apr 2010 83,970 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 83,970 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 81,644 miles

Generally in rough condition.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Sills weak.

Pass 13 Mar 2008 81,446 miles

generaly very rough and rusted

Pass 15 Mar 2007 81,157 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 80,794 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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D408 BEG is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 D408 BEG, 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 D408 BEG registered?

D408 BEG is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 27 February 1987.

Is D408 BEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D408 BEG 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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