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%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 85.2% | 2,302 | 56,542 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".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 86.3% | Not working |
| Brakes | 53.2% | Across an axle |
| Suspension | 43.4% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Body, chassis, structure | 29.7% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 22.8% | Emissions carbon monoxide content excessive |
| Visibility | 13.9% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 8.9% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 7.7% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Steering | 7.7% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.7% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related VAUXHALL models
- VAUXHALL CORSA — 73.3% pass rate
- VAUXHALL ASTRA — 73.2% pass rate
- VAUXHALL MOKKA — 78.1% pass rate
- VAUXHALL INSIGNIA — 75.4% pass rate
- VAUXHALL ZAFIRA — 69.3% pass rate
- VAUXHALL VIVARO — 64.8% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VAUXHALL NOVA?
- 85.2% of VAUXHALL NOVA MOT tests pass, based on 2,302 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures 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".
- Does this show the VAUXHALL NOVA's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VAUXHALL service history guide for how to check and keep one.