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B27 LPE

1985 Vauxhall Nova

Green Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

78,873 mi
Last recorded78,873 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2006
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB27 LPE
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Feb 2006 78,873 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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B27 LPE is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in Green with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B27 LPE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B27 LPE registered?

B27 LPE is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B27 LPE safe to buy?

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