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E847 HNP

1987 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,860 mi
Last recorded34,860 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE847 HNP
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 34,860 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 33,767 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 33,609 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 33,447 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 33,239 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 33,239 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 33,051 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 32,837 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2009 32,837 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2008 32,634 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2007 32,391 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 32,092 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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E847 HNP is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E847 HNP, 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 E847 HNP registered?

E847 HNP is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 18 November 1987.

Is E847 HNP safe to buy?

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