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F259 VHN

1989 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF259 VHN
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026

Headlamp reflector slightly defective Nearside and Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2025

Headlamp reflector slightly defective Both Headlamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2024
Pass 11 Mar 2023
Pass 5 Mar 2022
Pass 28 Feb 2021 29,660 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 27,445 miles

Nearside Rear sill/arch corrosion

Fail 29 Aug 2017 27,445 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

Nearside Rear sill/arch corrosion

Pass 6 Nov 2015 26,049 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 26,036 miles

Headlamp aim too high both front (1.8)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 25,216 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 25,128 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2010 18,391 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 16,889 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 16,881 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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F259 VHN is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 F259 VHN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F259 VHN registered?

F259 VHN is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 25 February 1989.

Is F259 VHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F259 VHN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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