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A934 JFX

1983 Vauxhall Nova

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,709 mi
Last recorded49,709 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2011
Typical for 1983 Vauxhall Nova49,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA934 JFX
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2011 49,709 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both inner and outer sills and rear wheel arches badly corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2010 48,320 miles

Nearside Front 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 Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear wheel arches corroded

rear brake backing plates damp

Fail 9 Nov 2010 48,312 miles

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

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

Offside Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear wheel arches corroded

rear brake backing plates damp

Pass 19 Nov 2009 46,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both outer sills corroded

o/s rear wheel arch corroded

Fail 18 Nov 2009 46,633 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both outer sills corroded

o/s rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2008 37,650 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

n/s rear outer sill corroded

o/s rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2007 36,604 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 35,661 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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A934 JFX is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 49,638 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 A934 JFX, 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 43 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A934 JFX registered?

A934 JFX is a 1983 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 4 November 1983.

Is A934 JFX safe to buy?

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