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G848 OKO

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

164,832 mi
Last recorded164,832 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG848 OKO
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 164,832 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 164,475 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 164,141 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 163,726 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 23,925 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 50,954 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2020 50,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 50,900 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 50,824 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 50,824 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 50,077 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 49,160 miles

corrosion to ns front lower wheel arch

Pass 13 Jul 2012 46,592 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 44,590 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 44,508 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

nearside and offside outer body sills not checked due to plastic covers .

Fail 25 Mar 2008 44,508 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

condition of rear fuel pump mounts .

condition of rear number plate .

nearside and offside outer body sills not checked due to plastic covers .

Pass 21 Mar 2007 40,307 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 33,694 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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G848 OKO is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G848 OKO, 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 G848 OKO registered?

G848 OKO is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 14 August 1989.

Is G848 OKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G848 OKO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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