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F115 YFS

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,384 mi
Last recorded70,384 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF115 YFS
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 70,384 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 70,384 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 70,321 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 70,250 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 70,006 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2023 70,006 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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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F115 YFS is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 F115 YFS, 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 F115 YFS registered?

F115 YFS is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 11 May 1989.

Is F115 YFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for F115 YFS shows 6 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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