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A227 HFA

1984 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1984 Vauxhall Nova52,470 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA227 HFA
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019
Pass 4 Mar 2016 129,300 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 158,189 miles

Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

smell of fuel from underside

Pass 26 Jul 2013 158,189 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 158,189 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 158,189 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 8 Oct 2007 158,189 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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A227 HFA is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 A227 HFA, 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 A227 HFA registered?

A227 HFA is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 16 February 1984.

Is A227 HFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A227 HFA 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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