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J142 LMR

1994 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,766 mi
Last recorded22,766 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2006
Typical for 1994 Vauxhall Nova73,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ142 LMR
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2006 22,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Feb 2006 22,706 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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J142 LMR is a 1994 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 73,497 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 J142 LMR, 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 32 years old, this Vauxhall Nova is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J142 LMR registered?

J142 LMR is a 1994 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 16 May 1994.

Is J142 LMR safe to buy?

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