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J364 PRJ

1992 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,419 mi
Last recorded15,419 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Nova58,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ364 PRJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 15,419 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 15,082 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 13,146 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 11,711 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 11,115 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 10,664 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

offside wiper split on ends

Pass 5 May 2011 10,664 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

offside wiper split on ends

Pass 7 Jan 2009 53,768 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nsf brake hose starting to perish

nsr hub nut noticed to be damaged during repairs but servicable new nut ordered to be replaced asap

Fail 5 Jan 2009 53,757 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

limited reserve travel in foot and hand brake

nsf brake hose starting to perish

Pass 8 Jan 2008 51,640 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 49,497 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 49,492 miles

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

exhaust front pipe heavillyt corroded

Fail 13 Jan 2006 47,668 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2006 47,668 miles

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

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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J364 PRJ is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J364 PRJ, 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 J364 PRJ registered?

J364 PRJ is a 1992 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J364 PRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J364 PRJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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