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G980 LYA

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,077 mi
Last recorded48,077 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2006
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG980 LYA
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2006 48,077 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 48,077 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2005 36,615 miles

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

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

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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G980 LYA is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G980 LYA, 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 G980 LYA registered?

G980 LYA is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 31 August 1989.

Is G980 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G980 LYA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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