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E514 XMA

1987 Vauxhall Nova

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE514 XMA
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017
Pass 27 Nov 2015

Competition vehicle/rally car

Pass 24 Oct 2014

compettion vehicle/rally car

Pass 15 Feb 2013
Pass 29 Feb 2012

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 44,095 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 43,961 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 9 Dec 2009 43,961 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 43,575 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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E514 XMA is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova in Yellow with a 1,598cc 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 E514 XMA, 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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How do I check the history of E514 XMA?

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What year was E514 XMA registered?

E514 XMA is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 26 October 1987.

Is E514 XMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E514 XMA 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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