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IBZ 4558

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIBZ 4558
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2026
Pass 26 Mar 2025 139,514 miles

underside has been undersealed

Pass 1 Apr 2023 139,506 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Underbody has been undersealed

Fail 1 Apr 2023 139,506 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Underbody has been undersealed

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 139,065 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 90,171 miles

front and rear suspension has surface corrosion

underbody has surface corrosion

Pass 13 Apr 2018 90,101 miles

front and rear suspension serves corrosion

underbody general corrosion

Pass 25 Mar 2017 89,425 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded and o/s/f (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and o/s/r (3.6.B.2c)

front and rear suspension corroded

underbody general corrosion

Pass 23 Dec 2008 65,450 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 65,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2007 46,146 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 46,146 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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IBZ 4558 is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 58,649 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 IBZ 4558, 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 34 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of IBZ 4558?

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What year was IBZ 4558 registered?

IBZ 4558 is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 24 August 1992.

Is IBZ 4558 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IBZ 4558 shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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