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J231 OJF

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1367cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,754 mi
Last recorded48,754 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2010
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ231 OJF
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,367cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2010 48,754 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Dec 2010 48,754 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 36,147 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 23,449 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 22,990 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 22,990 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 22,751 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 22,751 miles

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 22,520 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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J231 OJF is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,367cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J231 OJF, 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 J231 OJF registered?

J231 OJF is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 30 April 1992.

Is J231 OJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J231 OJF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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