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J868 MPP

1991 Vauxhall Nova

Blue Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,876 mi
Last recorded37,876 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2019
Typical for 1991 Vauxhall Nova57,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ868 MPP
MakeVauxhall
ModelNova
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2019 37,876 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 37,875 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 64,515 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 61,660 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 59,764 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 56,531 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

osf brake application lazy but just passes test

Pass 5 Mar 2012 53,943 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 48,478 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 42,122 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 41,539 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 41,154 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 40,803 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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J868 MPP is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova in Blue with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1991 Vauxhall Nova models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 57,339 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 J868 MPP, 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 35 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 J868 MPP registered?

J868 MPP is a 1991 Vauxhall Nova, first registered on 12 September 1991.

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