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G962 FPW

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

78,844 mi
Last recorded78,844 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG962 FPW
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Fail 21 Sep 2016 78,844 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing and bulk head (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 79,012 miles

general corrosion to body panels and underside

Fail 10 Sep 2015 79,010 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chasis rail (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember (2.4.A.3)

general corrosion to body panels and underside

Pass 2 Sep 2014 78,060 miles

front and rear lower valances coroded///os inner wing coroded

Fail 2 Sep 2014 78,060 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

front and rear lower valances coroded///os inner wing coroded

Pass 3 Sep 2013 76,460 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 76,460 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 74,044 miles

nsr wheel arch //osf door ///nsf wing coroded

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Aug 2012 74,034 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

nsr wheel arch //osf door ///nsf wing coroded

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 71,588 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 71,588 miles

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

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 70,761 miles

general corrosion to outside and underside of vehicle / both number plates slightly faded /

Pass 23 Jul 2009 69,586 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 69,586 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 66,768 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 66,768 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 61,641 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 61,637 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 57,993 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 50,285 miles

general corrosion to rear chassis rails / n/s front subframe / rear arches /

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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G962 FPW is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G962 FPW, 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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G962 FPW is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 September 1989.

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