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G801 PUF

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

78,528 mi
Last recorded78,528 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2005
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG801 PUF
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2005 78,528 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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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G801 PUF is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G801 PUF, 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 G801 PUF registered?

G801 PUF is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 8 August 1989.

Is G801 PUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G801 PUF shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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