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B248 HCU

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Beige Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

84,260 mi
Last recorded84,260 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB248 HCU
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 84,260 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 82,482 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

air suspension fitted

both rear wheel arches corroded

small stone chips across screen

Pass 3 Jun 2013 81,127 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes rusty

sill ends rusty

various areas of corrosion

Fail 31 May 2013 81,127 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes rusty

sill ends rusty

various areas of corrosion

Pass 1 May 2009 76,650 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 76,650 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 73,198 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 73,194 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 73,094 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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B248 HCU is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Beige with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1985 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 52,263 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 B248 HCU, 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 41 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B248 HCU registered?

B248 HCU is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 14 March 1985.

Is B248 HCU safe to buy?

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