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J489 MVL

1992 Vauxhall Midi

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,364 mi
Last recorded22,364 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 Vauxhall Midi99,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ489 MVL
MakeVauxhall
ModelMidi
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 22,364 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 21,353 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 21,353 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2023 20,076 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 18,988 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 17,473 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 10,670 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Midi?

Based on 18,659 MOT tests across 4,354 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
3,554
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
4,354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,697
fog lamp not working 1,638
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,396
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 987
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 913
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J489 MVL is a 1992 Vauxhall Midi in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1992 Vauxhall Midi models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 99,340 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Midi fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,697 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J489 MVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Midi typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this Vauxhall Midi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of J489 MVL?

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What year was J489 MVL registered?

J489 MVL is a 1992 Vauxhall Midi, first registered on 30 April 1992.

Is J489 MVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J489 MVL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J489 MVL have outstanding finance?

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