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E184 WNC

1988 Vauxhall Nova

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

53,447 mi
Last recorded53,447 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Nova56,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE184 WNC
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 53,447 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 53,432 miles

slight corrosion on underside

Pass 23 May 2022 53,078 miles

slight corrosion on some suspension components

Pass 2 Jun 2017 52,882 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 52,558 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 52,488 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 52,429 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 52,429 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 17 Sep 2013 52,351 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 52,351 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 50,364 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 48,916 miles

Both rear tyres have cracked sidewalls due to age

Oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2008 48,896 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 48,850 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 48,850 miles

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Fail 10 Aug 2007 48,843 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 47,626 miles

Oil leak

both front tyres cracking slightly on sidewalls

both steering rack tie rods corroded slightly

Pass 12 Dec 2005 49,979 miles

oil leak

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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E184 WNC is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 56,188 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 E184 WNC, 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 38 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 E184 WNC registered?

E184 WNC is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 12 January 1988.

Is E184 WNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E184 WNC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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