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A14 BFE

1984 Vauxhall Nova

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1984 Vauxhall Nova52,470 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 BFE
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2011

offside headlight deteriorated resulting in bad beam image

wear in nearside front lower ball joint

Pass 5 Feb 2010 49,266 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 49,226 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 49,226 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 49,226 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 49,266 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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A14 BFE is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 A14 BFE, 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 A14 BFE registered?

A14 BFE is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 30 April 1984.

Is A14 BFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 BFE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A14 BFE have outstanding finance?

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