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G131 TDM

1990 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,701 mi
Last recorded90,701 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2009
Typical for 1990 Vauxhall Nova55,784 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG131 TDM
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2009 90,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Has oil leak from tappet cover

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Fail 28 Feb 2009 90,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Has oil leak from tappet cover

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 85,703 miles

corrosion to inner wing on offside

front brakes sticking

nearside rear tyre down to 3mm

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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G131 TDM is a 1990 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 55,784 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 G131 TDM, 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 36 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G131 TDM registered?

G131 TDM is a 1990 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 3 May 1990.

Is G131 TDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G131 TDM shows 3 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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