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J217 NRP

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,177 mi
Last recorded48,177 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ217 NRP
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 48,177 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 47,755 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 44,140 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 41,922 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 41,908 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength panel area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength panel area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 31,618 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 31,618 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner Arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2015 31,063 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 30,559 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 29,813 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 29,129 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

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

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

cracks in rear tyres

Pass 1 Mar 2011 28,283 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 27,290 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 26,400 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 25,739 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 24,206 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 23,210 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 23,210 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 NRP is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J217 NRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J217 NRP?

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What year was J217 NRP registered?

J217 NRP is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 2 April 1992.

Is J217 NRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J217 NRP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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