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E407 VKF

1987 Vauxhall Nova

Black Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

105,761 mi
Last recorded105,761 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE407 VKF
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2022 105,761 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 104,991 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

underbody corrosion

Pass 3 Nov 2017 103,994 miles

slight corrosion on underside

Pass 19 Nov 2016 101,556 miles

Maccies trays in boot

Pass 19 Sep 2015 99,541 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (2.6.2)

SLIGHT CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE

Pass 23 Aug 2014 97,073 miles

N/S/R Tyre cracking

covers fitted to SILLS

slight corrosion on UNDERSIDE

Pass 23 Nov 2006 95,770 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 94,942 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 94,939 miles

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

Offside Front Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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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E407 VKF is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova in Black with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 E407 VKF, 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.

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What year was E407 VKF registered?

E407 VKF is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 6 November 1987.

Is E407 VKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E407 VKF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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