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J86 MKJ

1991 Lada Niva

Red Petrol 1570cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

58,083 mi
Last recorded58,083 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1991 Lada Niva44,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ86 MKJ
MakeLada
ModelNiva
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2019 58,083 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance not tested due to pedal travel and lack of effort a brake test would be to dangerous to perform as needs a decelerometer test (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 5.05 maximum is 3.50 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Lada Niva?

Based on 2,766 MOT tests across 542 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
1,339
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 254
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 179
Brake pipe excessively corroded 167
Stop lamp not working 127
Headlamp aim too low 115
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J86 MKJ is a 1991 Lada Niva in Red with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1991 Lada Niva models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 44,166 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 Lada Niva fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J86 MKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lada Niva typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 35 years old, this Lada Niva is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J86 MKJ registered?

J86 MKJ is a 1991 Lada Niva, first registered on 25 October 1991.

Is J86 MKJ safe to buy?

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