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D974 TAM

1987 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,827 mi
Last recorded71,827 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2024
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD974 TAM
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2024 71,827 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 71,796 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 69,034 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 64,090 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2020 57,035 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 52,210 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 52,210 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 50,637 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 50,637 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 48,179 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 44,487 miles

immaculate

Pass 10 Mar 2015 42,023 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 41,676 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 41,662 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 2 Nov 2011 35,366 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 35,366 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 33,918 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 33,721 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

front discs are lightly lipped

Pass 24 Oct 2008 33,518 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 32,903 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 32,903 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 32,522 miles

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

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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D974 TAM is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 D974 TAM, 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

How do I check the history of D974 TAM?

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What year was D974 TAM registered?

D974 TAM is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 24 April 1987.

Is D974 TAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D974 TAM shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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