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C20 TSR

1988 Vauxhall Nova

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,957 mi
Last recorded80,957 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 1988 Vauxhall Nova56,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 TSR
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2024 80,957 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 80,848 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 80,833 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 80,467 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 80,059 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 79,610 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 78,734 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 76,815 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 75,905 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 73,832 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 73,488 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 73,014 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2008 71,330 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 68,612 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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C20 TSR is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 56,188 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 C20 TSR, 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 38 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 C20 TSR?

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What year was C20 TSR registered?

C20 TSR is a 1988 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 5 August 1988.

Is C20 TSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C20 TSR shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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