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F221 TMG

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,842 mi
Last recorded55,842 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2010
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF221 TMG
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2010 55,842 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion under vehicle battery tray

n/s headlamp slightly loose

n/s/f wing corroded

o/s/f outer CV gaitor slightly cracked / perishing

under-body surface corrosion

Pass 19 Jan 2009 55,523 miles

body work rusty

clutch pedal high

exhaust rusty

Pass 21 Jan 2008 55,137 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 55,137 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Jan 2007 54,686 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 54,686 miles

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b) DANGEROUS

corrosion (battery tray)

nearside rear wheel brearing

windscreen

Pass 12 Jan 2006 54,131 miles

Both outer CV boots cracked and perished.

Both rear tyres cracked and perished.

Front part of the exhaust rusted.

Nearside front brake flexi-hose cracking.

Rear wheels binding slightly.

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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F221 TMG is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F221 TMG, 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 F221 TMG registered?

F221 TMG is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 29 March 1989.

Is F221 TMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F221 TMG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F221 TMG have outstanding finance?

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