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J182 SNK

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,665 mi
Last recorded97,665 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2019
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ182 SNK
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2019 97,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear sill corroded but no holes found. both rear wheel arches corroded.

this vehicle has been lowered and modified.

Fail 10 Dec 2019 97,657 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear sill corroded but no holes found. both rear wheel arches corroded.

this vehicle has been lowered and modified.

Pass 12 Dec 2018 93,113 miles

Offside Rear tyre close to limit

small crack in windscreen just outside swept area

vehicle has been street modified

Pass 15 Dec 2017 87,392 miles

vehicle has been street modified

Pass 7 Nov 2013 83,562 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 79,671 miles

slight surface corrosion on inner o/s/f wheel arch

Pass 8 Nov 2011 72,123 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 71,510 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 57,494 miles

n/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy

surface corrosion on outer sills and door o/s

Pass 19 Sep 2007 69,765 miles

n/s/r tyre has sidewall cracking

Pass 25 Sep 2006 68,440 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s rear tyre walls have slight cracking.

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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J182 SNK is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J182 SNK, 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 J182 SNK registered?

J182 SNK is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 23 April 1992.

Is J182 SNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J182 SNK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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