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G817 CKD

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

92,641 mi
Last recorded92,641 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG817 CKD
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 92,641 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 92,640 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

previous corrosion repairs covered in underseal

Pass 28 Jun 2024 92,201 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 92,185 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 91,857 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 91,665 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 90,342 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 89,255 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 70,300 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 24 Sep 2007 67,542 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 67,542 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 58,811 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Sep 2005 46,807 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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G817 CKD is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 G817 CKD, 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 G817 CKD registered?

G817 CKD is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 October 1989.

Is G817 CKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G817 CKD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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