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J339 KBK

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Maroon Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

70,675 mi
Last recorded70,675 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2009
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ339 KBK
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2009 70,675 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Mar 2009 70,675 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 65,367 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 65,261 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 65,261 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007
Fail 26 Feb 2007 59,831 miles

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 57,157 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 57,157 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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J339 KBK is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Maroon with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 J339 KBK, 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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J339 KBK is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 3 April 1992.

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