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A121 SCR

1984 Vauxhall Nova

Green Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,528 mi
Last recorded1,528 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2008
Typical for 1984 Vauxhall Nova52,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA121 SCR
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2008 1,528 miles

Oil leak

all metal brake pipes painted

n/s of vehicle damaged

Pass 14 Aug 2006 99,287 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 99,287 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

o/s rear wheel arch corroded

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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A121 SCR is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova in Green with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 52,470 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 A121 SCR, 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 42 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A121 SCR registered?

A121 SCR is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 16 May 1984.

Is A121 SCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A121 SCR 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 A121 SCR have outstanding finance?

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