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A22 DKE

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

75,260 mi
Last recorded75,260 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 DKE
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 75,260 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 73,796 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 73,793 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

wipers starting to smear

Fail 16 Jun 2021 73,789 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

wipers starting to smear

Pass 2 Jun 2020 73,640 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 73,631 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 73,631 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 73,627 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 73,372 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 73,011 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 72,904 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 72,834 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 72,514 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 72,367 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 72,074 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 71,468 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 70,486 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 69,602 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 68,885 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 68,020 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 66,019 miles

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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A22 DKE is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1991 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 57,339 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 A22 DKE, 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 35 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A22 DKE registered?

A22 DKE is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is A22 DKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A22 DKE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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