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F400 PTF

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,165 mi
Last recorded29,165 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF400 PTF
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 29,165 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 28,972 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 28,720 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 27,914 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 27,842 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 27,728 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 27,448 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 27,412 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 27,369 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Jun 2015 27,318 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 27,266 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 27,238 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 27,201 miles

crack in offside front headlamp

Pass 24 Aug 2011 27,117 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 27,006 miles

both rear chassis legs starting to corrode

both rear inner sills starting to corrode

nearside cv boot perishing

Pass 1 Jun 2009 26,848 miles

both rear chassis legs starting to corrode

both rear inner sills starting to corrode

nearside cv boot perishing

Pass 6 Jun 2008 26,318 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 26,311 miles

Imbalance on rear footbrake

Offside headlight glass cracked

Pass 5 May 2006 25,780 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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F400 PTF is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F400 PTF, 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 F400 PTF registered?

F400 PTF is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 31 January 1989.

Is F400 PTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F400 PTF shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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