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N974 WSO

1996 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

86,971 mi
Last recorded86,971 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN974 WSO
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2011 86,971 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 86,971 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 74,942 miles

off side front headlamp cracked both front tyres low on tread

Fail 14 Jul 2010 74,942 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

off side front headlamp cracked both front tyres low on tread

Pass 26 Aug 2009 63,142 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 62,723 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front wiper arms worn

offside headlight cracked

Pass 22 Aug 2008 49,870 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

nearside rear tyre sidewall cracking

offside rear tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 11 Aug 2007 38,800 miles

osr brake hose ferrule corroded †osf brake hose ferrule at caliper corroded †advise changed asap

Pass 22 Aug 2006 35,640 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 35,640 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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N974 WSO is a 1996 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 N974 WSO, 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 30 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N974 WSO registered?

N974 WSO is a 1996 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 19 April 1996.

Is N974 WSO safe to buy?

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