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G8 NVA

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,426 mi
Last recorded31,426 miles
Recorded on1 May 2021
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 NVA
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2021 31,426 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 31,326 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 30,084 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 27,281 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 24,139 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 20,677 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 17,188 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 14,658 miles

corrosion on n/s/f chassis (next to lower suspension arm)

corrosion on n/s/r chassis (nextto rear exhaust mount)

Fail 13 Feb 2012 14,657 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

corrosion on n/s/f chassis (next to lower suspension arm)

corrosion on n/s/f inner wing (upper)

corrosion on n/s/r chassis (nextto rear exhaust mount)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 11,592 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2011 11,591 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 8,606 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 5,151 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 2,143 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 2,143 miles

Nearside Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 97,748 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 92,570 miles

Centre Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 16 Feb 2006 92,570 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Centre Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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G8 NVA is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 G8 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.

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What year was G8 NVA registered?

G8 NVA is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 27 March 1991.

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