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F493 SLP

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,547 mi
Last recorded87,547 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2012
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF493 SLP
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Apr 2012 87,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 87,547 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 84,543 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2011 84,543 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 84,449 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 84,020 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 82,321 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 77,876 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 77,855 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

slight play at rear wheel bearings

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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F493 SLP is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F493 SLP, 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 F493 SLP registered?

F493 SLP is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 18 May 1989.

Is F493 SLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F493 SLP shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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