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E185 AGT

1988 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,889 mi
Last recorded39,889 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2005
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Nova56,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE185 AGT
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2005 39,889 miles

1. offside front inner wing damage repaired †2. corrosion on offside rear spring hanger †3. non standard wheels fitted †4. pinhole in offside cv boot †5. play in steering rack †6. nearside rear tyre worn on edge †7. no main beam warning lamp

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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E185 AGT is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E185 AGT, 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.

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What year was E185 AGT registered?

E185 AGT is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 27 May 1988.

Is E185 AGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E185 AGT shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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