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E125 MEG

1988 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,117 mi
Last recorded69,117 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Nova56,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE125 MEG
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2015 69,117 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 68,440 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 68,440 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 67,199 miles

o/side rear tyre low tread

Pass 28 Jun 2012 65,313 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 65,313 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 62,534 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Jan 2011 62,534 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 61,794 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 58,597 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 58,567 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 58,453 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 58,202 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 58,202 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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E125 MEG is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 56,188 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 E125 MEG, 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 38 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 E125 MEG registered?

E125 MEG is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 26 January 1988.

Is E125 MEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E125 MEG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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