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J255 JTR

1992 Vauxhall Nova

White Petrol 1367cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

174,963 mi
Last recorded174,963 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2012
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ255 JTR
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,367cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2012 174,963 miles

corrosion front x member

front susp area corroded

nsf brake slight bind

play at steering wheel

Fail 25 Nov 2011 174,952 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

corrosion crossmember

front susp area corrosion

nsf brake slight bind

steering wheel play

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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J255 JTR is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in White with a 1,367cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J255 JTR, 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 J255 JTR registered?

J255 JTR is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 13 February 1992.

Is J255 JTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J255 JTR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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