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J310 SRU

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Silver Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

83,476 mi
Last recorded83,476 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2012
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ310 SRU
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 3 Apr 2012 83,476 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Lower Door Panel Corroision

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 69,417 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Door Lower Edge Corrosion Not Yet Dangerous To Public,

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 11 Apr 2011 69,416 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Door Lower Edge Corrosion Not Yet Dangerous To Public,

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 65,321 miles

N/s/f wing mirror missing

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

Fail 12 Apr 2010 65,316 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/s/f wing mirror missing

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 61,611 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 61,606 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 58,181 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 46,514 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 40,508 miles

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 40,508 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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J310 SRU is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Silver with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 J310 SRU, 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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J310 SRU is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 29 May 1992.

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