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F394 FKU

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,848 mi
Last recorded80,848 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF394 FKU
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 80,848 miles

advise under vehicle projection recoating

Pass 5 May 2010 80,218 miles

Advise underbody corrosion started in places

Fail 1 May 2010 80,212 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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

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

corrosion on near side front inner wing borderline

general corrosion to underside of vehicle very borderline in places

Pass 29 Oct 2009 79,494 miles

Advise rear wheel arches corroded

Advise security of fuel filter

Advise underbody corrosion started in places

Pass 30 Sep 2008 77,674 miles

Offside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear bumper insecure

n/s/f wing holed on bottom edge

Pass 1 Oct 2007 31,229 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 67,861 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 67,861 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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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F394 FKU is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F394 FKU, 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 F394 FKU registered?

F394 FKU is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 19 April 1989.

Is F394 FKU safe to buy?

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