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D43 PKN

1987 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,480 mi
Last recorded52,480 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2011
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD43 PKN
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2011 52,480 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear wheeel bearing slightly worn.

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 4 Nov 2011 52,480 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear wheeel bearing slightly worn.

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 49,680 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 48,761 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 44,514 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 42,165 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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D43 PKN 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 D43 PKN, 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 D43 PKN registered?

D43 PKN is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 4 June 1987.

Is D43 PKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for D43 PKN 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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