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E234 AGN

1988 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,973 mi
Last recorded68,973 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Nova56,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE234 AGN
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 68,973 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 68,955 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

nsf headlamp deteriorated slightly

Pass 17 Jun 2019 66,623 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

fuel pipe deteriorated slightly

Pass 18 Jun 2018 63,612 miles
Pass 29 May 2017 57,211 miles

Front exhaust to manifold bolt sheared off

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 55,589 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 51,658 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 5 Dec 2013 39,068 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2013 39,065 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 25 Oct 2006 39,063 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 39,063 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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E234 AGN is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 E234 AGN, 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 E234 AGN registered?

E234 AGN is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 5 May 1988.

Is E234 AGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E234 AGN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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