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D848 SEV

1986 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,938 mi
Last recorded42,938 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Vauxhall Nova52,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD848 SEV
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 42,938 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 42,887 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 42,628 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 42,563 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 42,312 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 42,280 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 42,209 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 42,192 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 38,379 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 33,199 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 Nov 2009 33,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 24,553 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 18,397 miles

The baffles in the rear exhaust gone

Pass 9 Nov 2006 18,164 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 18,164 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2005 18,026 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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D848 SEV is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 D848 SEV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D848 SEV?

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What year was D848 SEV registered?

D848 SEV is a 1986 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 November 1986.

Is D848 SEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D848 SEV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D848 SEV have outstanding finance?

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