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A372 CAN

1984 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

9,427 mi
Last recorded9,427 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1984 Vauxhall Nova52,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA372 CAN
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 9,427 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 9,050 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2021 9,008 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 8,937 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 8,927 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 8,927 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 8,679 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 8,297 miles

advise corrosion on front box section and n/s/r outer sill

Pass 28 Mar 2007 8,189 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 28 Mar 2006 8,121 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 8,121 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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A372 CAN is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 A372 CAN, 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 A372 CAN registered?

A372 CAN is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 23 March 1984.

Is A372 CAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A372 CAN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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