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D605 EHW

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

49,572 mi
Last recorded49,572 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD605 EHW
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 49,572 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 47,827 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 47,439 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 46,519 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 46,334 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2018 46,334 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 45,113 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 44,813 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 43,781 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 43,208 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 42,451 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 41,721 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 40,502 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 39,260 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 39,260 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 27 May 2009 38,199 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2008 37,044 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 36,051 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 35,173 miles

corrosion starting nearside rear sill/lower arch

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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D605 EHW is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 D605 EHW, 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 D605 EHW registered?

D605 EHW is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 5 August 1986.

Is D605 EHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D605 EHW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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