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F171 FKR

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

83,054 mi
Last recorded83,054 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2009
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF171 FKR
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2009 83,054 miles

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyre inner edge wearing

Fail 4 Sep 2009 83,054 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyre inner edge wearing

Pass 29 Aug 2008 77,973 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 77,973 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 72,048 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 6 Sep 2007 72,048 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 66,455 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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F171 FKR is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1989 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 56,598 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 F171 FKR, 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 37 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F171 FKR registered?

F171 FKR is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 17 January 1989.

Is F171 FKR safe to buy?

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