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NIW 4818

1999 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,596 mi
Last recorded76,596 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNIW 4818
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2006 76,596 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 74,392 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 74,382 miles

Front Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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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NIW 4818 is a 1999 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NIW 4818, 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 27 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NIW 4818?

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What year was NIW 4818 registered?

NIW 4818 is a 1999 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 22 July 1999.

Is NIW 4818 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NIW 4818 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NIW 4818 have outstanding finance?

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