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E806 XGK

1987 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

49,195 mi
Last recorded49,195 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2010
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE806 XGK
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Nov 2010 49,195 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

o/s and n/s front brake hoses contam inated with grease

Pass 11 Nov 2009 45,502 miles

corrosion starting around battery tray and rear wheel arches

tick over slightly high

Pass 19 Nov 2008 42,624 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 42,624 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

tick over slightly high

Pass 23 Nov 2007 38,331 miles

slight leak from nearside front cv boot clip

Fail 23 Nov 2007 38,331 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

slight leak from nearside front cv boot clip

Fail 30 Nov 2006 34,506 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 34,506 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 28,956 miles

Metal brake pipe for nsr has been bent out of shape.

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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E806 XGK is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E806 XGK, 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 E806 XGK registered?

E806 XGK is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 17 December 1987.

Is E806 XGK safe to buy?

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