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F409 SAE

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

55,536 mi
Last recorded55,536 miles
Recorded on24 May 2006
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF409 SAE
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 May 2006 55,536 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight deteriortion of near side rear tyre walls advise

Fail 14 Mar 2006 55,474 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

STRONGLEY ADVISE BOTH REAR TYRES TO BE CHARGED ASP. BOTH TYRES BADLEY PERISHED ON SIDE WALLS.

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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F409 SAE is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F409 SAE, 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 F409 SAE registered?

F409 SAE is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 28 March 1989.

Is F409 SAE safe to buy?

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