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J203 AVW

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,474 mi
Last recorded50,474 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ203 AVW
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 May 2016 50,474 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

front lower cross member corroded

surface corrosion in areas of vehicle

Pass 13 May 2015 48,269 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 46,828 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 44,395 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 42,016 miles

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

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

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

brake pipes coated

wipers starting to smear

Pass 3 Jun 2011 38,485 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2010 33,079 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 30,837 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 28,093 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 22,114 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 19,354 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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J203 AVW is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J203 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 J203 AVW registered?

J203 AVW is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 5 June 1992.

Is J203 AVW safe to buy?

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