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G883 YDD

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Yellow Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

77,303 mi
Last recorded77,303 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG883 YDD
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2024 77,303 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 76,658 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 76,462 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 76,216 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 75,904 miles

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

Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.5.C.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 70,216 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at seams and joints (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)

exhaust all system poor and rusty

footbrake efforts low and overall just legal

nearside rear brakes slight grabbing

vehicle showing signs of standing long time and general underbody corrosion to all areas

Pass 12 Aug 2013 68,040 miles

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

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

exhaust all system poor and rusty

oil leaks around engine areas

Fail 9 Jan 2012 62,935 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 62,935 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 54,342 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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G883 YDD is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Yellow with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 G883 YDD, 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 G883 YDD registered?

G883 YDD is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 30 August 1989.

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