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F456 NVA

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

82,108 mi
Last recorded82,108 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2020
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF456 NVA
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2020 82,108 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 81,250 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2019 81,317 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 74,017 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 74,102 miles

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

both front seatrs slaitly lose

Pass 24 Feb 2010 80,598 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 Feb 2010 80,596 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 May 2007 70,381 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen chipped/cracked out of swept zones,ok at present time.

Pass 4 Nov 2005 69,520 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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F456 NVA is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 F456 NVA, 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 F456 NVA registered?

F456 NVA is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 24 March 1989.

Is F456 NVA safe to buy?

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