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F180 TML

1989 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

92,517 mi
Last recorded92,517 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF180 TML
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023 92,517 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 92,410 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 92,139 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 90,608 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Mar 2019 87,832 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 85,183 miles

Nearside Front Lower Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Mar 2017 82,608 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Inner Both rear tyres worn on inner edge of tread

Pass 30 Mar 2016 80,272 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2015 77,634 miles

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

oil leaks? poss r/c gasket.

Pass 24 Mar 2015 77,634 miles

oil leaks? poss r/c gasket.

Pass 25 Mar 2014 75,054 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 72,144 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 69,990 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 67,983 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 67,983 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 65,706 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 63,855 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 62,051 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 60,148 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 57,841 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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F180 TML is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 F180 TML, 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 F180 TML registered?

F180 TML is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 29 March 1989.

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