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E420 DVX

1988 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,106 mi
Last recorded19,106 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2009
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Nova56,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE420 DVX
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2009 19,106 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 30 Sep 2009 19,106 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2008 8,239 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/r sill slightly corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2007 96,114 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 96,019 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

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

n/s/front tyre worn at edges

Pass 14 Oct 2006 84,570 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 74,666 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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E420 DVX is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 E420 DVX, 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 E420 DVX registered?

E420 DVX is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 8 January 1988.

Is E420 DVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E420 DVX shows 7 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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