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G161 CBL

1990 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,888 mi
Last recorded59,888 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 1990 Vauxhall Nova55,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG161 CBL
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2013 59,888 miles

coolant leak,prompt attention is advised!

corrosion to o/s and n/s rear sill risers

front brake discs are rusty

wipers are deteriorating,replacement is advised!

Pass 4 Mar 2006 57,446 miles

n/s rear chassis starting to corrode

o/s rear outer sill showing signs of corrosion

unable to inspect outer sills for corrosion fully due to sill covers

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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G161 CBL is a 1990 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 55,784 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 G161 CBL, 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 36 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G161 CBL registered?

G161 CBL is a 1990 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 12 April 1990.

Is G161 CBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G161 CBL shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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