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D554 LAF

1986 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

59,950 mi
Last recorded59,950 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2006
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD554 LAF
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2006 59,950 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 59,950 miles

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

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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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D554 LAF is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 D554 LAF, 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 D554 LAF registered?

D554 LAF is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 14 November 1986.

Is D554 LAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D554 LAF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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