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D612 NKX

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Grey Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,185 mi
Last recorded12,185 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2008
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD612 NKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2008 12,185 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008

Nearside Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 9,210 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 9,210 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 5,920 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 5,920 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

outer sills very weak

Pass 30 Nov 2005
Fail 28 Nov 2005

Nearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

number plate cracked †

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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D612 NKX is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Grey with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 D612 NKX, 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 D612 NKX registered?

D612 NKX is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 29 August 1986.

Is D612 NKX safe to buy?

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