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H282 PWO

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

88,046 mi
Last recorded88,046 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2005
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH282 PWO
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2005 88,046 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2005 87,841 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Front Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fail 8 Nov 2005

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

boot floor slightly corroded †

plastic sill covers fitted †

sun strip fitted

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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H282 PWO is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1991 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 57,339 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H282 PWO, 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 35 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H282 PWO registered?

H282 PWO is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 20 May 1991.

Is H282 PWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for H282 PWO shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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