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E514 XBW

1987 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,742 mi
Last recorded53,742 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE514 XBW
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 53,742 miles

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Fail 5 Sep 2011 53,722 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 53,722 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 53,702 miles

windscreen chipped

Pass 7 Apr 2009 53,630 miles

movement in both rear wheel bearings

windscreen chipped

Pass 15 Feb 2008 53,473 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 53,345 miles

both head lamps on lower limit

exhaust corroded

hand brake cables corroded

near side front tyre slightly out off shape

off side rear brake binding slightly

rear springs corroded

slight movement in both rear wheel bearings

tested when wet

Pass 22 Dec 2005 52,891 miles

exhaust corroded

movement rear wheel bearings

oil leaks

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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E514 XBW is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E514 XBW, 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

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What year was E514 XBW registered?

E514 XBW is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 8 December 1987.

Is E514 XBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E514 XBW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E514 XBW have outstanding finance?

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