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L353 WCD

1994 Vauxhall Nova

Turquoise Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

101,390 mi
Last recorded101,390 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2007
Typical for 1994 Vauxhall Nova73,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL353 WCD
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1994
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2007 101,390 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 101,382 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end has had excessive heat applied (2.2.C.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 96,869 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 96,838 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 94,786 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 94,769 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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L353 WCD is a 1994 Vauxhall Nova in Turquoise with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 73,497 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 L353 WCD, 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 32 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L353 WCD registered?

L353 WCD is a 1994 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 8 July 1994.

Is L353 WCD safe to buy?

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