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Q485RDE

1996 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

327 mi
Last recorded327 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ485RDE
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2009 327 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 32,731 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 32,731 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 32,731 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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Q485RDE is a 1996 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Q485RDE, 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.

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What year was Q485RDE registered?

Q485RDE is a 1996 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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