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G957 UTM

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

52,934 mi
Last recorded52,934 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG957 UTM
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 52,934 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 52,931 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 52,849 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 52,769 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 52,606 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 52,519 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 52,476 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 52,389 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 52,054 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 51,736 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 51,312 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 50,976 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 50,904 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 50,729 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 50,667 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 50,546 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 50,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 49,725 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

underside heavily underside.

Pass 16 Sep 2008 47,919 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 46,103 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 44,917 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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G957 UTM is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 G957 UTM, 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 G957 UTM registered?

G957 UTM is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 11 October 1989.

Is G957 UTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G957 UTM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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