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G83 PRC

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,922 mi
Last recorded23,922 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2016
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG83 PRC
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2016 23,922 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 23,565 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 23,502 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 23,502 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 23,268 miles

slight binding n/s front and o/s rear

Pass 24 Dec 2008 23,048 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2008 23,048 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2007 22,708 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Dec 2006 22,368 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

suspension very rusty in places

Pass 16 Jan 2006 22,110 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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G83 PRC is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G83 PRC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G83 PRC registered?

G83 PRC is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 13 December 1989.

Is G83 PRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G83 PRC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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