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D580 OBM

1987 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,724 mi
Last recorded68,724 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2014
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD580 OBM
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2014 68,724 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

coolant level low

rear outer wheelarches heavily skimmed with filler

Fail 14 Feb 2014 68,646 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

coolant level low

rear outer wheelarches heavily skimmed with filler

Pass 14 Feb 2013 62,730 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 62,729 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 60,691 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 60,131 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 57,502 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 51,869 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 47,213 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 42,368 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 41,691 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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D580 OBM is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 D580 OBM, 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 D580 OBM registered?

D580 OBM is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is D580 OBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D580 OBM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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