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J104 MLF

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,628 mi
Last recorded34,628 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2010
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ104 MLF
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2010 34,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

corrosion around headlight top panel areas

corrosion in offside rear boot area near rear 1/4

corrosion offside front top strut area

corrosion to front valance area

corrosion to nearside front top strut area

offside rear lower door corroded

Fail 25 Jan 2010 34,618 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

corrosion around headlight top panel areas

corrosion in offside rear boot area near rear 1/4

corrosion offside front top strut area

corrosion to front valance area

nearside rear footbrake and handbrake low effort

offside rear lower door corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2009 24,243 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 24,218 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 11,746 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 96,620 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 86,046 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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J104 MLF is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 58,649 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 J104 MLF, 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 34 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J104 MLF registered?

J104 MLF is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 5 May 1992.

Is J104 MLF safe to buy?

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