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J326 OAD

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

19,865 mi
Last recorded19,865 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ326 OAD
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 19,865 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 19,484 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 19,238 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 19,238 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 19,167 miles

advanced surface corrosion on both front brake calipers

Pass 13 Nov 2014 19,086 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 19,086 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 18,907 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 18,906 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.B.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 18,668 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 18,668 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 16,774 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 16,148 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 14,872 miles

damage to front number plate

Pass 24 Nov 2008 14,156 miles

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 9 Nov 2007 12,973 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 12,940 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 12,940 miles

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

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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J326 OAD is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 J326 OAD, 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 J326 OAD registered?

J326 OAD is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 22 January 1992.

Is J326 OAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J326 OAD shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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