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F364 LMV

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

36,929 mi
Last recorded36,929 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF364 LMV
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 36,929 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 36,916 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 36,901 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 36,901 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating Both sides. (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding 38 KGBF. (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2021 36,855 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 36,418 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 36,405 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 36,285 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 36,285 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2015 35,807 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 35,807 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2014 35,537 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2014 35,537 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 35,129 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 34,353 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 33,791 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 31,856 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 30,778 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 29,165 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 28,032 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 25,497 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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F364 LMV is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 F364 LMV, 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 F364 LMV registered?

F364 LMV is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 23 March 1989.

Is F364 LMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F364 LMV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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