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D837 JVR

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,029 mi
Last recorded27,029 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD837 JVR
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 27,029 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 26,795 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 25,856 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 24,864 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 24,864 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 23,570 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 22,407 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 5 Jan 2009 22,407 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 19,673 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 16,746 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 16,746 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2005 13,070 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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D837 JVR is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D837 JVR, 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 D837 JVR registered?

D837 JVR is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 September 1986.

Is D837 JVR safe to buy?

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