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J31 SPP

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Red Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

40,850 mi
Last recorded40,850 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ31 SPP
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 40,850 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 40,204 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 39,640 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 39,568 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 39,092 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 38,558 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 37,953 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 37,458 miles

Both front tyres perished 165/65/14

Both rear tyres perished

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 36,983 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 35,630 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all four tyres over ten years old

Fail 25 Apr 2017 35,608 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all four tyres over ten years old

Pass 20 Apr 2016 33,910 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 32,584 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 31,577 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 31,577 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 30,295 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 28,557 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 26,845 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 25,240 miles

rear tyres have minor surface cracks to side walls

Pass 8 Apr 2009 23,555 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 22,345 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 21,021 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 19,655 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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J31 SPP is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Red with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 J31 SPP, 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

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What year was J31 SPP registered?

J31 SPP is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 28 April 1992.

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The MOT history for J31 SPP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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