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E957 XGS

1987 Vauxhall Nova

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,226 mi
Last recorded63,226 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE957 XGS
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 63,226 miles

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

light corrosion on both rear arches causing rough edges

Pass 21 Apr 2018 60,892 miles

light corrosion on both rear arches causing rough edges

Pass 14 Mar 2015 59,642 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 59,001 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 57,114 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 55,792 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

has oil leak from sump

Pass 30 Mar 2010 55,260 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 55,248 miles

Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)

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

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Steering wheel retaining device missing (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

sills and arches are covard

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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E957 XGS is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova in Black with a 1,998cc 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 E957 XGS, 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 E957 XGS registered?

E957 XGS is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 5 August 1987.

Is E957 XGS safe to buy?

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