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F166 MUR

1989 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,758 mi
Last recorded81,758 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2009
Typical for 1989 Vauxhall Nova56,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF166 MUR
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2009 81,758 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 77,655 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 72,586 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 68,045 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 68,045 miles

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

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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F166 MUR is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F166 MUR, 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 F166 MUR registered?

F166 MUR is a 1989 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 6 March 1989.

Is F166 MUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F166 MUR shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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