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J271 TBM

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1367cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,529 mi
Last recorded80,529 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2008
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ271 TBM
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,367cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2008 80,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

corrosion in both outer sills

slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Fail 24 Sep 2008 80,529 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

corrosion in both outer sills

slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 24 Sep 2007 76,092 miles

some wear/play in steering rack

Fail 21 Sep 2007 76,092 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

some wear /play in steering rack

Pass 25 Sep 2006 70,177 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 70,141 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

offside rear tyre perishing

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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J271 TBM is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,367cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 J271 TBM, 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 J271 TBM registered?

J271 TBM is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 22 May 1992.

Is J271 TBM safe to buy?

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