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F348 BAV

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

151,480 mi
Last recorded151,480 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF348 BAV
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 151,480 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 141,488 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 141,480 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 80,874 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 197 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 22 Jun 2012 96,727 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

corrosion to nearside seal outter previous repair

Pass 22 Jun 2012 96,727 miles

corrosion to nearside seal outter previous repair

Pass 9 May 2011 89,812 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 89,343 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 88,619 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 87,955 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 87,024 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 86,175 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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F348 BAV is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 F348 BAV, 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 F348 BAV registered?

F348 BAV is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 16 January 1989.

Is F348 BAV safe to buy?

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