1991 Vauxhall Nova GSI 1.6L Petrol · J301 CNP

The 1991 Vauxhall Nova GSi presents a stable and clean roadworthiness status. The most recent test on 30 May 2025 at 27,633 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of clear results across the available history. The maintenance trend shows no deterioration and no recurring advisories across four successive examinations. Recorded mileage stands at 27,633 against a 35 year lifespan, equating to roughly 790 miles per year. The DVSA entries show minimal accumulation: 27,303 miles in September 2021, 27,501 in February 2023, 27,521 in May 2024, and 27,633 in May 2025. A gap of roughly sixteen months separates the 2021 and 2023 tests, yet total movement across those four years is only 330 miles. Such low use implies long stationary periods rather than active wear on drivetrain or consumables. The absence of flagged items means no suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, or corrosion were noted by testers. A clean sheet across this span suggests the previous keeper stored the car well and addressed issues pre-test. Buyers should still verify structural integrity in person, as a Nova of this age is prone to hidden sill and subframe rust that MOT checks may miss on a briefly lifted inspection. Given the standing time implied by the mileage, a buyer must confirm brake calipers are not seized and fuel system components have not degraded from disuse. Check tyre sidewalls for perishing and inspect coolant hoses for age cracking before relying on the car for regular use.