The road tax status for F597 EFK is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for F597 EFK?

The MOT for F597 EFK is valid and due for renewal on or before 26 July 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of F597 EFK?

The recorded mileage for F597 EFK is 83,334 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is F597 EFK ULEZ compliant?

No, F597 EFK does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1989 Vauxhall Nova 1.2L Petrol · F597 EFK

F597 EFK

1989 Vauxhall Nova (1.2L, petrol). First registered 17/02/1989. Recorded mileage 83,334 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL NOVA
Year / Origin: 1989 · Nottingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 26/07/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 83,334 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 26/07/2026

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Mileage: 83,334 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1989
Engine: 1196cc

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F597 EFK Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 28/07/2025
83,334 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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F597 EFK Mileage History

22/04/202282,262 mi
22/04/202282,262 mi
05/04/202382,870 mi+608 mi
08/07/202483,201 mi+331 mi
28/07/202583,334 mi+133 mi

Average of roughly 328 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

F597 EFK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Sept 2026, 04:38

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Vauxhall Nova (F597 EFK) between April 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 28 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.

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