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G869 LGF

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,760 mi
Last recorded73,760 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2012
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG869 LGF
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2012 73,760 miles

Oil leak

both front tyres cracking

both rear bearings have slight play

both rear brake hoses starting to perish

front number plate cracked not effecting lettering

Fail 29 Sep 2012 73,757 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

both front tyres cracking

both rear bearings have slight play

both rear brake hoses starting to perish

front number plate cracked not effecting lettering

Pass 17 Sep 2011 71,994 miles

fuel filler pipe starting to rust

general underbody surface rust

nearside front seat slightly insecure

nearside front tyre starting to wear low

nearside rear tyre starting to wear low

offside front tyre worn low on inner edge

oil leaks

rear brake hoses perishing

rear exhaust mounting rubbers perishing

reverse lights not working

slight knock and play in steering

Fail 18 Sep 2010 69,381 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 69,381 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 66,658 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 64,844 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 64,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 62,266 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Sep 2006 58,323 miles

excessive oil loss

knock and play in steering rack

play in o/s/f steering track rod end

slight play both rear wheel bearings

Pass 21 Sep 2005 54,723 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak

slight damage f no plate

slight knock & play in steering rack

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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G869 LGF is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 G869 LGF, 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 G869 LGF registered?

G869 LGF is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 23 September 1989.

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