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F179 UMD

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Silver Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,094 mi
Last recorded13,094 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF179 UMD
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 13,094 miles

Offside Rear rust in o/s/r sill panel advise attention befor next mot

Pass 7 Sep 2019 12,671 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords small cuts to n/s/f tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s/r sill rusty at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 11,809 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front on/s/f indicator lense chipped

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 10,110 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 7,551 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 7,551 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low n/s/f low (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 4,206 miles

front pads low

Fail 28 Aug 2014 732 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 732 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 97,706 miles

note child seat fitted to n/s/rear slight rust on o/s/r sill panel rear tyres on 2 to 3 mm

Fail 29 Aug 2013 97,706 miles

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

note child seat fitted to n/s/rear slight rust on o/s/r sill panel rear tyres on 2 to 3 mm

Pass 30 Aug 2012 93,858 miles

note slight rust on o/s/r sill

Fail 30 Aug 2012 93,858 miles

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

note slight rust on o/s/r sill

Fail 2 Sep 2011 90,719 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 90,719 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 88,464 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 86,097 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 83,229 miles

slight cracking on n/s/f flexi brake hose

Pass 4 Sep 2007 79,773 miles

slight perish marks on n/s/f brake hose

Pass 6 Sep 2006 76,748 miles

slight cracking on tyres

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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F179 UMD is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Silver with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 F179 UMD, 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 F179 UMD registered?

F179 UMD is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 17 May 1989.

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