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K36 TBX

1994 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

80,715 mi
Last recorded80,715 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Vauxhall Nova73,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK36 TBX
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 80,715 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 80,703 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 80,701 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 80,674 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 80,650 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 80,650 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 80,618 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 80,615 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 80,136 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 80,135 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Lower crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 78,888 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 10 Apr 2019 78,888 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Apr 2018 77,707 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 76,893 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 76,344 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 75,179 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 73,125 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 70,237 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2013 70,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 69,753 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 68,867 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 68,751 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 68,749 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 68,663 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 68,456 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 67,761 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 66,493 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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K36 TBX is a 1994 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1994 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 73,497 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 K36 TBX, 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 32 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K36 TBX registered?

K36 TBX is a 1994 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 7 February 1994.

Is K36 TBX safe to buy?

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