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B280 HRX

1985 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,856 mi
Last recorded94,856 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2011
Typical for 1985 Vauxhall Nova52,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB280 HRX
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2011 94,856 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

flat spot offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Jun 2011 94,856 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

flat spot offside rear tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2010 88,446 miles

Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 1 Jun 2010 88,446 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 78,099 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 74,036 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 74,036 miles

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

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 May 2007 69,543 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 64,789 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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B280 HRX is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B280 HRX, 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 B280 HRX registered?

B280 HRX is a 1985 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 16 April 1985.

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