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G9 RNT

1989 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,590 mi
Last recorded101,590 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG9 RNT
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 101,590 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 101,087 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 100,534 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 99,568 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 98,479 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 97,784 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 97,226 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 96,749 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 95,771 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 94,378 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 93,727 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 93,727 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2012 92,587 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 92,586 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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G9 RNT is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G9 RNT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G9 RNT registered?

G9 RNT is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 5 September 1989.

Is G9 RNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G9 RNT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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