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G51 NVA

1991 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

134,074 mi
Last recorded134,074 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG51 NVA
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 134,074 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 133,584 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 132,730 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 86,600 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 86,584 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 104,214 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 857 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 96,743 miles

nearside front tyre wearing low onm inner edge

nearside rear tyre wearing low on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

offside rear tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 1 Sep 2009 91,233 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 85,678 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 77,309 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 72,553 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 72,520 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Aug 2005 62,738 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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G51 NVA is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 G51 NVA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G51 NVA registered?

G51 NVA is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is G51 NVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G51 NVA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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