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G960 PUD

1989 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

67,601 mi
Last recorded67,601 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG960 PUD
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 67,601 miles

underside of vehicle in poor condition (rusty)

Pass 15 May 2024 67,521 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 67,291 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 67,040 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 66,699 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 66,699 miles

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2020 66,082 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 65,505 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 May 2018 64,749 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 64,261 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 63,688 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 63,013 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 62,342 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 61,681 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 60,903 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 60,094 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 59,227 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 58,428 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 58,425 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2008 57,695 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 57,695 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 May 2007 56,924 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 55,946 miles
Pass 16 May 2005 54,904 miles
Fail 16 May 2005 54,904 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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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G960 PUD is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 G960 PUD, 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 G960 PUD registered?

G960 PUD is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G960 PUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G960 PUD shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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