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C21 OXE

1990 Vauxhall Nova

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,936 mi
Last recorded90,936 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1990 Vauxhall Nova55,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC21 OXE
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 90,936 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 90,764 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 90,155 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 89,608 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 89,607 miles

Horn not working Missing (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 87,519 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 87,519 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 May 2018 85,678 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 85,678 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 83,657 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 81,519 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 79,253 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 75,761 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 74,834 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 72,806 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 72,006 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 72,006 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 May 2008 69,065 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 66,854 miles

O/S Driveshaft Inner Boot Deteriorated.

Pass 5 May 2006 65,769 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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C21 OXE is a 1990 Vauxhall Nova in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 55,784 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 C21 OXE, 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 36 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 C21 OXE registered?

C21 OXE is a 1990 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is C21 OXE safe to buy?

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