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F108 NCJ

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Grey Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,781 mi
Last recorded81,781 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2006
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF108 NCJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2006 81,781 miles

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

some corrosion to sills

Fail 20 Sep 2006 81,781 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

some corrosion to sills

Pass 20 Sep 2005 74,389 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

corrosion to sills

Fail 20 Sep 2005 74,389 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

corrosion to sills

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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F108 NCJ is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Grey with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F108 NCJ, 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 F108 NCJ registered?

F108 NCJ is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 9 May 1989.

Is F108 NCJ safe to buy?

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