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VAUXHALL NOVA MOT Pass Rate

85.2% of 2,302 VAUXHALL NOVA MOT tests pass.

The NOVA passes its MOT 85.2% of the time — well above the average across all VAUXHALL models, which sits at 73.5%.

The VAUXHALL NOVA passes its MOT 85.2% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.

Pass rate by vehicle age

Pass rate by vehicle age band0–3 yearsn/a3–6 yearsn/a6–10 yearsn/a10–15 yearsn/a15+ years85.2%
VAUXHALL NOVA pass rate and average mileage by vehicle age band
Vehicle agePass rateTestsAverage mileage
0–3 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
3–6 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
6–10 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
10–15 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
15+ years85.2%2,30256,542 miles

Common MOT failure reasons for the VAUXHALL NOVA

The most common reason the VAUXHALL NOVA fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 86.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".

Top MOT failure categories for the VAUXHALL NOVA
CategoryShare of failed testsExample
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment86.3%Not working
Brakes53.2%Across an axle
Suspension43.4%Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength
Body, chassis, structure29.7%Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Noise, emissions and leaks22.8%Emissions carbon monoxide content excessive
Visibility13.9%Does not clear the windscreen effectively
Tyres8.9%Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems7.7%Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced
Steering7.7%Ball joint has excessive play
Identification of the vehicle1.7%Does not conform to the specified requirements

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