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BS 7240

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1367cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,108 mi
Last recorded70,108 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS 7240
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,367cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2025 70,108 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 69,303 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 68,618 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Axle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 67,901 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 166,954 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2018 65,836 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2017 64,359 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 61,273 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 54,597 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2013 42,338 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 20,553 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 93,405 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 76,825 miles

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

no rear seats or seat belts fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2006 69,081 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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BS 7240 is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,367cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BS 7240, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BS 7240 registered?

BS 7240 is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 28 August 1992.

Is BS 7240 safe to buy?

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