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A20 TBV

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,178 mi
Last recorded70,178 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 TBV
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,488cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 70,178 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 70,178 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 70,178 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 68,981 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 213,099 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 67,896 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 67,895 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 67,889 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 66,589 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 64,119 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 64,119 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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A20 TBV is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,488cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 58,649 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 A20 TBV, 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 34 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A20 TBV registered?

A20 TBV is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is A20 TBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 TBV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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