Vauxhall Nova
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 4 years from 1,376 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
84%
Total Tests
1,376
Best Year
1992 (89%)
Years Covered
4
About the Vauxhall Nova
The Vauxhall Nova has been tested 1,376 times in 2026 MOT data across 4 model years (1990 to 1993), with an average pass rate of 84%. That's slightly above the national average of 82%. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1992 model is the most reliable with a 89% pass rate from 571 tests. The 1993 model has the lowest at 81%. The 8 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
Reliability Trend
The VAUXHALL NOVA has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1990) averages 53,270 miles, while the newest (1993) averages 56,463 miles.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Vauxhall Nova by Year
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