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G353 RYJ

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

62,029 mi
Last recorded62,029 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2012
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG353 RYJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2012 62,029 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 62,029 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 57,986 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 57,806 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 55,329 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 55,311 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

osr boot corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2008 54,676 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 53,231 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 51,688 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 50,872 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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G353 RYJ is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 G353 RYJ, 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 G353 RYJ registered?

G353 RYJ is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 26 October 1989.

Is G353 RYJ safe to buy?

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