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D872 KMD

1987 Vauxhall Nova

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,956 mi
Last recorded68,956 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2011
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD872 KMD
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2011 68,956 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2011 68,956 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 46,819 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 44,241 miles

no plate lamp bulb has been changed

vehicle has quite bad oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2008 36,873 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 33,060 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 7 Mar 2006 32,243 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 32,243 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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D872 KMD is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D872 KMD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D872 KMD registered?

D872 KMD is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 19 April 1987.

Is D872 KMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D872 KMD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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