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F486 MTT

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,799 mi
Last recorded80,799 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF486 MTT
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2025 80,799 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 80,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 79,479 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 77,632 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

front number plate damaged

nearside rear tyre worn

offside front tyre worn

rear bumper panel corroded

rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2021 75,912 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 73,812 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 71,289 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 70,501 miles

nearside front tyre worn

offside front tyre bald on inner shoulder

Pass 7 Oct 2014 66,910 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 64,781 miles

all four tyres are wearing unevenly

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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F486 MTT is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 F486 MTT, 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 F486 MTT registered?

F486 MTT is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 12 May 1989.

Is F486 MTT safe to buy?

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