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J138 OEA

1992 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,897 mi
Last recorded65,897 miles
Recorded on6 May 2010
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ138 OEA
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2010 65,897 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 65,889 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2009
Pass 29 Mar 2008 62,407 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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J138 OEA is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J138 OEA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J138 OEA registered?

J138 OEA is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 11 February 1992.

Is J138 OEA safe to buy?

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