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J217 GWV

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

99,445 mi
Last recorded99,445 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2009
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ217 GWV
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Mar 2009 99,445 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 90,934 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 3 Mar 2008 90,934 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 87,262 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 87,262 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 84,875 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 84,875 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Both sides front brakr disc,s show signs of wear.

Rear silencer rubber mounting starting to split.

Signs of grease leak from driveside outer drive shaft boot, boot secure and in good condition.

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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J217 GWV is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 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 J217 GWV, 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 J217 GWV registered?

J217 GWV is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 16 April 1992.

Is J217 GWV safe to buy?

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