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G802 ABL

1989 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,403 mi
Last recorded46,403 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG802 ABL
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 46,403 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 45,480 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 43,214 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Dec 2014 43,214 miles

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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 41,207 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 40,262 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 40,262 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 39,019 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 38,120 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 37,640 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight corosion within 30cm n/s/r suspension mount

Pass 9 Jan 2009 37,065 miles

advise corrosion near side rear outer sill

Fail 9 Jan 2009 37,065 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise corrosion near side rear outer sill

Pass 4 Dec 2007 36,772 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 36,655 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 36,655 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2005 35,957 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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G802 ABL is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G802 ABL, 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 G802 ABL registered?

G802 ABL is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 29 December 1989.

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