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A122 YWP

1984 Vauxhall Nova

Beige Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2022
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

99,581 mi
Last recorded99,581 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 1984 Vauxhall Nova52,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA122 YWP
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2021 99,581 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both outer sills corroded

both rear arches corroded

n/s wing mirror missing

Fail 27 Nov 2014 72,773 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 72,773 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 61,658 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 25 Nov 2013 61,658 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 50,981 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear brake pipes coverd in grease

Fail 15 Nov 2012 50,956 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear brake pipes coverd in grease

Fail 4 Oct 2012 50,937 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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A122 YWP is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova in Beige with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A122 YWP, 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 A122 YWP registered?

A122 YWP is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 11 January 1984.

Is A122 YWP safe to buy?

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