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F240 OTW

1988 Vauxhall Nova

Silver Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,845 mi
Last recorded48,845 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2008
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Nova56,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF240 OTW
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2008 48,845 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jun 2008 48,840 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

headlamp aim not done because of insecure lamp

Pass 23 Jun 2007 46,254 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 45,929 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2005 45,443 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2005 45,443 miles

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

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

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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F240 OTW is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova in Silver with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 56,188 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 F240 OTW, 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 38 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F240 OTW?

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What year was F240 OTW registered?

F240 OTW is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 13 December 1988.

Is F240 OTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F240 OTW 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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