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E709 FAB

1987 Vauxhall Nova

Green Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Vauxhall Nova52,441 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE709 FAB
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025
Pass 30 Nov 2024
Pass 15 Nov 2023
Pass 25 Nov 2022
Pass 9 Dec 2021
Pass 6 Oct 2020
Pass 15 Oct 2019
Pass 27 Sep 2018
Pass 9 Oct 2017
Pass 23 Sep 2016
Pass 21 Oct 2015
Pass 10 Feb 2014
Pass 28 Jan 2013
Pass 15 Nov 2011
Pass 2 Feb 2010
Pass 17 Jan 2009
Pass 25 Jan 2008
Pass 3 Feb 2007 4,378 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 4,378 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 7 Feb 2006 4,378 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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E709 FAB is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova in Green with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1987 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 52,441 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 E709 FAB, 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 39 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E709 FAB registered?

E709 FAB is a 1987 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 28 August 1987.

Is E709 FAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E709 FAB shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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