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A420 UHK

1984 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

75,423 mi
Last recorded75,423 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1984 Vauxhall Nova52,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA420 UHK
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 75,423 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 68,923 miles

All 4 tyres perished / cracking

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 68,887 miles

Nearside Front c/v gaitor perishing

Rear brake balance high

Pass 26 Jul 2018 68,810 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Nearside front tyre perished

Nearside rear tyre perished

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear brake balance on max limits

Various rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2018 68,810 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Nearside front tyre perished

Nearside rear tyre perished

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear brake balance on max limits

Various rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2017 68,531 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 68,275 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 67,828 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 67,053 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 67,050 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 66,357 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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A420 UHK is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1984 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 52,470 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 A420 UHK, 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 42 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A420 UHK registered?

A420 UHK is a 1984 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 21 June 1984.

Is A420 UHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A420 UHK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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