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A335 TFL

1984 Vauxhall Nova

Beige Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

59,481 mi
Last recorded59,481 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2022
Typical for 1984 Vauxhall Nova52,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA335 TFL
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2022 59,481 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 58,932 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 58,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread ..155..70..13 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread ..155..70..13 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 58,371 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 56,978 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2016 56,229 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 56,210 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened handbrake (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 54,378 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 53,965 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 52,701 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

body,under car and components rusty

front number plate deteriorating

o/s/f tyre wearing on edge

Fail 28 May 2010 52,701 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

body,under car and components rusty

front number plate deteriorating

o/s/f tyre wearing on edge

Pass 15 Apr 2009 51,345 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

outer sills rusty

Pass 16 Apr 2008 51,006 miles

number plates deteriorating

o/s/r wheel arch rusty

Pass 26 Apr 2007 50,404 miles

car and components showing age

shockabsorbers slighty weak

Pass 11 May 2006 49,859 miles

car and components showing age

shockabsorbers slighty weak

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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A335 TFL is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova in Beige with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 A335 TFL, 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 A335 TFL registered?

A335 TFL is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 17 May 1984.

Is A335 TFL safe to buy?

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