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A11 NVA

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,831 mi
Last recorded111,831 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 NVA
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2014 111,831 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 111,015 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 109,962 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 4,995 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 2,562 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 428 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 428 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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A11 NVA is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 52,263 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 A11 NVA, 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 41 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A11 NVA registered?

A11 NVA is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 19 August 1985.

Is A11 NVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 NVA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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