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H231 WYB

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

24,332 mi
Last recorded24,332 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH231 WYB
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 24,332 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 24,332 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2017 110,312 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2017 109,890 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 90,501 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear tyre perished different size front to rear

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 89,618 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear tyre perished

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 72,995 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 9 Mar 2015 72,910 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 66,568 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 64,336 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 54,627 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 54,627 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 44,903 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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H231 WYB is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H231 WYB, 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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H231 WYB is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 23 April 1991.

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