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H237 VNP

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH237 VNP
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026
Pass 18 Feb 2017 66,614 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 66,202 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 48,087 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 Jul 2010 48,080 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2007 76,732 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside front door corroded at bottom

Fail 11 Dec 2007 76,696 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside front door corroded at bottom

Pass 13 Dec 2006 68,783 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2006 68,717 miles

Nearside Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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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H237 VNP is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 H237 VNP, 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 H237 VNP registered?

H237 VNP is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 17 May 1991.

Is H237 VNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H237 VNP shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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