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J193 AVW

1992 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,879 mi
Last recorded38,879 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ193 AVW
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 38,879 miles

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

Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 37,565 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 36,334 miles

Oil leak oil filter ()

Fail 3 Nov 2017 36,334 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering under battry tray (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak oil filter ()

Pass 7 Nov 2016 35,214 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 33,307 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 30,713 miles

corrosion on the front brake discs

n/s front wheel trim is missing

panel damage

Fail 7 Nov 2013 30,713 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

corrosion on the front brake discs

n/s front wheel trim is missing

panel damage

Pass 16 Oct 2012 29,256 miles

wipers splitting/poor

Oil leak

advanced corrosion nearside inner wing/bulkhead

body damage

hazard switch poor

offside rear lamp lens dull

wheel trim missing nearside front

Fail 15 Oct 2012 29,256 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Rear Fuel hose insecure (7.2.1)

Oil leak

advanced corrosion nearside inner wing/bulkhead

body damage

hazard switch poor

offside rear lamp lens dull

wheel trim missing nearside front

wipers splitting/poor

Pass 24 Oct 2011 26,707 miles

Oil leak

n/s front wheel trim is missing

panel damage

Pass 22 Oct 2010 25,942 miles

Oil leak

n/s front wheel trim is missing

panel damage

Pass 23 Oct 2009 25,480 miles

Oil leak

n/s front wheel trim is missing

panel damage n/s

Pass 16 Oct 2008 24,464 miles

n/s front wheel trim is missisng

panel damage

Pass 29 Oct 2007 23,378 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 23,378 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 22,815 miles

panel damage

Pass 12 Oct 2005 21,640 miles

ALL TYRES PERISHED

CHILD SEAT FITTED TO OFFSIDE REAR SEAT

NEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL TRIM MISSING

NEARSIDE FRONT WING DAMAGED

REVERSE LAMP NOT WORKING

SLIGHT ENGINE OIL LEAKS

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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J193 AVW is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J193 AVW, 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 J193 AVW registered?

J193 AVW is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 18 May 1992.

Is J193 AVW safe to buy?

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